Khagda

Khagda is a village located in Egra Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Balighai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Khagda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Dubda is the gram panchayat of Khagda village.

Here you can discover what makes Khagda unique in its vibrant Egra Ii-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Khagda’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 Khagda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khagda is 346789. The village spans a total geographical area of 743.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721452. Egra is nearest town to Khagda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

When it comes to local governance, Khagda 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 Egra Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Medinipur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Khagda

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Population of Khagda

According to the 2011 Census, Khagda has a total population of about 4,149, with approximately 2,156 males and 1,993 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 456 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,494 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.89%, with male literacy at about 84.23% and female literacy near 73.11%. There are around 922 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khagda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,149 2,156 1,993
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 456 241 215
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,494 785 709
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,273 1,816 1,457
Illiterate Population 876 340 536

Connectivity of Khagda

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

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

Nearby Villages of Khagda

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Khagda

Where is Khagda located?
Khagda village is situated in Egra Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khagda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khagda is Dubda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khagda?
The pincode of Khagda is 721452, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khagda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khagda is 4,149, with 2,156 males and 1,993 females.
How many households are there in Khagda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khagda village has a total of 922 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khagda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khagda is 78.89%. The male literacy rate is 84.23%, while the female literacy rate is 73.11%.