Kharam Para - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Kharam Para is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.8 km from Piyali and around 38.3 km from Alipore. Nabagram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharam Para village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharam Para is 334002. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.67 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kharam Para village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharam Para
As per Census 2011, Kharam Para village has a total population of 513 people, consisting of 282 males and 231 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 819 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 262 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 433 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharam Para are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 513 | 282 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 41 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 433 | 241 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 262 | 172 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 110 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Kharam Para
Kharam Para 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 Kharam Para
Kharam Para is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kharam Para.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Kharam Para is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Kharam Para is about 38.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharam Para
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharam Para 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 Kharam Para
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharam Para village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kharam Para
Where is Kharam Para located?
Kharam Para village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharam Para?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharam Para is Nabagram.
What is the pincode of Kharam Para?
The pincode of Kharam Para is 700144.
What is the population of Kharam Para?
Kharam Para has a total population of 513, including 282 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Kharam Para?
There are 109 households in Kharam Para.
What is the literacy rate in Kharam Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharam Para is 51.07%. Male literacy is 60.99% and female literacy is 38.96%.