Khatranga
Khatranga is a village located in Kharagpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Kharagpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Khatranga village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Lachhmapur is the gram panchayat of Khatranga village.
Here you can discover what makes Khatranga unique in its vibrant Kharagpur Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Khatranga’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 Khatranga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khatranga is 341771. The village spans a total geographical area of 543.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721301. Kharagpur is nearest town to Khatranga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Khatranga
Population of Khatranga
According to the 2011 Census, Khatranga has a total population of about 3,017, with approximately 1,504 males and 1,513 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 469 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 675 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,000. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.21%, with male literacy at about 68.35% and female literacy near 56.11%. There are around 696 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khatranga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,017 | 1,504 | 1,513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 238 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 675 | 319 | 356 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,000 | 497 | 503 |
| Literate Population | 1,877 | 1,028 | 849 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,140 | 476 | 664 |
Connectivity of Khatranga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khatranga. As per the 2011 stats, Khatranga 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khatranga
Knowing the nearby villages of Khatranga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khatranga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khatranga
- Where is Khatranga located?
- Khatranga village is situated in Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khatranga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khatranga is Lachhmapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khatranga?
- The pincode of Khatranga is 721301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khatranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khatranga is 3,017, with 1,504 males and 1,513 females.
- How many households are there in Khatranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khatranga village has a total of 696 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khatranga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khatranga is 62.21%. The male literacy rate is 68.35%, while the female literacy rate is 56.11%.