Khejurda - Egra - II, Purba Medinipur
Khejurda is a village situated in the Egra - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Manjusree serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khejurda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khejurda is 346736. The village covers a total geographical area of 419.72 hectares and falls under the 721422 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Khejurda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Egra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Medinipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khejurda
As per Census 2011, Khejurda village has a total population of 5,265 people, consisting of 2,674 males and 2,591 females. The village has 1,079 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 564 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,139 literate and 1,126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 381 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khejurda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,265 | 2,674 | 2,591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 564 | 262 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 381 | 198 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,139 | 2,277 | 1,862 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,126 | 397 | 729 |
Nearby Villages of Khejurda
Khejurda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Uladpur | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Nayapara | East | 1.14 km |
| Gholshundi | West | 1.38 km |
| Tentuliagiri | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Mirjapur | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Rukminipur | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Kamalpur | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Sannihari | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Tolakana | South | 2.56 km |
| Rasulpur | North | 2.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khejurda
Khejurda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sujalpur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Egra to Khejurda is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khejurda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khejurda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khejurda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khejurda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khejurda
Where is Khejurda located?
Khejurda village is located in Egra - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khejurda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khejurda is Manjusree.
What is the pincode of Khejurda?
The pincode of Khejurda is 721422.
What is the population of Khejurda?
Khejurda has a total population of 5,265, including 2,674 males and 2,591 females.
How many households are there in Khejurda?
There are 1,079 households in Khejurda.
What is the literacy rate in Khejurda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khejurda is 78.61%. Male literacy is 85.15% and female literacy is 71.86%.