Khanakul
Khanakul is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Khanakul village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bandhgora is the gram panchayat of Khanakul village.
Here you can discover what makes Khanakul unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Khanakul’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Khanakul
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khanakul is 339505. The village spans a total geographical area of 25.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Khanakul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
As per 2019 stats, Khanakul village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Khanakul
Population of Khanakul
According to the 2011 Census, Khanakul has a total population of about 489, with approximately 246 males and 243 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 89 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 480 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.58%, with male literacy at about 60.16% and female literacy near 28.81%. There are around 100 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khanakul's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 489 | 246 | 243 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 38 | 51 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 242 | 238 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
Literate Population | 218 | 148 | 70 |
Illiterate Population | 271 | 98 | 173 |
Connectivity of Khanakul
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khanakul. As per the 2011 stats, Khanakul had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khanakul
Knowing the nearby villages of Khanakul helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khanakul.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khanakul
- Where is Khanakul located?
- Khanakul village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khanakul?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khanakul is Bandhgora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khanakul?
- The pincode of Khanakul is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khanakul as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khanakul is 489, with 246 males and 243 females.
- How many households are there in Khanakul as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khanakul village has a total of 100 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khanakul as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khanakul is 44.58%. The male literacy rate is 60.16%, while the female literacy rate is 28.81%.