Khan Khanda - Sabang, Paschim Medinipur
Khan Khanda is a village situated in the Sabang subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Dashgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khan Khanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khan Khanda is 342860. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.92 hectares and falls under the 721467 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Khan Khanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khan Khanda
As per Census 2011, Khan Khanda village has a total population of 806 people, consisting of 411 males and 395 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 552 literate and 254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 792 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khan Khanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 806 | 411 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 50 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 792 | 405 | 387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 552 | 329 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 82 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Khan Khanda
Khan Khanda 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 Khan Khanda
Khan Khanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Khan Khanda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khan Khanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khan Khanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khan Khanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khan Khanda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khan Khanda
Where is Khan Khanda located?
Khan Khanda village is located in Sabang Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khan Khanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khan Khanda is Dashgram.
What is the pincode of Khan Khanda?
The pincode of Khan Khanda is 721467.
What is the population of Khan Khanda?
Khan Khanda has a total population of 806, including 411 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Khan Khanda?
There are 186 households in Khan Khanda.
What is the literacy rate in Khan Khanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khan Khanda is 68.49%. Male literacy is 80.05% and female literacy is 56.46%.