Khatra

Khatra is a village located in Haroa subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.5km away from sub-district headquarter Haroa. Barasat is the district headquarter of Khatra village. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur Ii is the gram panchayat of Khatra village.

Khatra has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Khatra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khatra is 323730. The village spans a total geographical area of 160.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743445. Basirhat is nearest town to Khatra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Khatra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Haroa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Basirhat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Khatra

Below is a concise population overview of Khatra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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 N/A 2
Literate Population 1,567 829 738
Illiterate Population 824 393 431

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khatra village:

  • The total population of Khatra village is around 2,391, including approximately 1,222 males and 1,169 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 307 children aged 0–6 years in Khatra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khatra village has 300 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Khatra village is about 65.54%, with male literacy at 67.84% and female literacy at 63.13%.
  • There are around 526 households in Khatra village.

Connectivity of Khatra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khatra. As per the 2011 stats, Khatra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Khatra

Knowing the nearby villages of Khatra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khatra.

Pukhuria Bhubanpur Rameshwarpur Jampur Amta Batagachhi Tentulia Abad Nebutala Abada Mahishbathan Thakdari Mahishgot

Frequently Asked Questions about Khatra

Where is Khatra located?
Khatra village is situated in Haroa Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatra?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatra is Gopalpur Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khatra?
The pincode of Khatra is 743445, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khatra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khatra is 2,391, with 1,222 males and 1,169 females.
How many households are there in Khatra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khatra village has a total of 526 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khatra is 65.54%. The male literacy rate is 67.84%, while the female literacy rate is 63.13%.