Khorda - Hasnabad, North 24 Parganas
Khorda is a village situated in the Hasnabad subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.3 km from Hasnabad. Murarisha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khorda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khorda is 323903. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.01 hectares and falls under the 743426 pincode. Taki is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khorda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hingalganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khorda
According to the 2011 Census, Khorda village had a total population of 1,666 people, including 888 males and 778 females, living in 379 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.16%, with male literacy at 74.84% and female literacy at 69.07%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,666 | 888 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 105 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,055 | 586 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 611 | 302 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Khorda
Khorda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Garakupi | North-West | 0.82 km |
| Konanagar | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Chanpali | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Hosenpur | West | 1.55 km |
| Sadarpur | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Ghonarban | South | 2.62 km |
| Chanpali Abad | West | 2.77 km |
| Pipharaghabpur | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Murarisaha | East | 3.05 km |
| Bagchar Abad | South-West | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khorda
Khorda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Champapukur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.5 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Taki to Khorda is about 20 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 Khorda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khorda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khorda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khorda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khorda
Where is Khorda located?
Khorda village is located in Hasnabad Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khorda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khorda is Murarisha.
What is the pincode of Khorda?
The pincode of Khorda is 743426.
What is the population of Khorda?
Khorda had a total population of 1,666, including 888 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Khorda?
Khorda had 379 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khorda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khorda was 72.16%. Male literacy was 74.84% and female literacy was 69.07%.