Kherad
Kherad is a village located in Santuri subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 59.6km away from district headquarter Santuri. Santuri is the sub-district headquarter of Kherad village. As per 2009 stats, Tarabari is the gram panchayat of Kherad village.
Kherad has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kherad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kherad is 330572. The village spans a total geographical area of 188.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723157. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Kherad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Kherad
Population of Kherad
Below is a concise population overview of Kherad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 795 | 402 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 62 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 632 | 317 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 255 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 147 | 232 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kherad village:
- The total population of Kherad village is around 795, including approximately 402 males and 393 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 106 children aged 0–6 years in Kherad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kherad village has 28 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 632 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kherad village is about 52.33%, with male literacy at 63.43% and female literacy at 40.97%.
- There are around 143 households in Kherad village.
Connectivity of Kherad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kherad. As per the 2011 stats, Kherad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kherad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kherad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kherad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kherad
- Where is Kherad located?
- Kherad village is situated in Santuri Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kherad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kherad is Tarabari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kherad?
- The pincode of Kherad is 723157, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kherad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kherad is 795, with 402 males and 393 females.
- How many households are there in Kherad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kherad village has a total of 143 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kherad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kherad is 52.33%. The male literacy rate is 63.43%, while the female literacy rate is 40.97%.