Khatra - Haroa, North 24 Parganas
Khatra is a village situated in the Haroa subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.5 km from Haroa. Gopalpur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatra is 323730. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.66 hectares and falls under the 743445 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khatra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haroa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khatra
As per Census 2011, Khatra village has a total population of 2,391 people, consisting of 1,222 males and 1,169 females. The village has 526 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 307 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,567 literate and 824 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khatra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,391 | 1,222 | 1,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 166 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 159 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,567 | 829 | 738 |
| Illiterate Population | 824 | 393 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Khatra
Khatra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khatra
Khatra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khatra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basirhat to Khatra is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khatra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khatra
Where is Khatra located?
Khatra village is located in Haroa Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatra?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatra is Gopalpur-ii.
What is the pincode of Khatra?
The pincode of Khatra is 743445.
What is the population of Khatra?
Khatra has a total population of 2,391, including 1,222 males and 1,169 females.
How many households are there in Khatra?
There are 526 households in Khatra.
What is the literacy rate in Khatra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatra is 65.54%. Male literacy is 67.84% and female literacy is 63.13%.