Khar - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Khar is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Khar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khar is 345084. The village covers a total geographical area of 909.33 hectares and falls under the 721429 pincode. Egra is the nearest town.
Khar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khar
According to the 2011 Census, Khar village had a total population of 6,645 people, including 3,443 males and 3,202 females, living in 1,544 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.52%, with male literacy at 91.93% and female literacy at 80.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 708, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 381.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,645 | 3,443 | 3,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 712 | 371 | 341 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 708 | 360 | 348 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 206 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 5,133 | 2,824 | 2,309 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,512 | 619 | 893 |
Nearby Villages of Khar
Khar 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 Khar
Khar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Khar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khar
Where is Khar located?
Khar village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khar?
Khar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khar?
The pincode of Khar is 721429.
What is the population of Khar?
Khar had a total population of 6,645, including 3,443 males and 3,202 females.
How many households are there in Khar?
Khar had 1,544 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khar was 86.52%. Male literacy was 91.93% and female literacy was 80.71%.