Khari Gerya - Keshpur, Paschim Medinipur
Khari Gerya is a village situated in the Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Shirsha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khari Gerya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khari Gerya is 338144. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.98 hectares and falls under the 721260 pincode. Chandrakona is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khari Gerya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khari Gerya
As per Census 2011, Khari Gerya village has a total population of 575 people, consisting of 292 males and 283 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khari Gerya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 575 | 292 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 27 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 251 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 41 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Khari Gerya
Khari Gerya 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 Khari Gerya
Khari Gerya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandrakona to Khari Gerya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khari Gerya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khari Gerya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khari Gerya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khari Gerya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khari Gerya
Where is Khari Gerya located?
Khari Gerya village is located in Keshpur Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khari Gerya?
The Gram Panchayat of Khari Gerya is Shirsha.
What is the pincode of Khari Gerya?
The pincode of Khari Gerya is 721260.
What is the population of Khari Gerya?
Khari Gerya has a total population of 575, including 292 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Khari Gerya?
There are 131 households in Khari Gerya.
What is the literacy rate in Khari Gerya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khari Gerya is 81.91%. Male literacy is 85.96% and female literacy is 77.74%.