Ghikhali - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Ghikhali is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.4 km from Canning and around 60.9 km from Alipore. Deuli-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghikhali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghikhali is 333842. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.4 hectares and falls under the 743376 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ghikhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghikhali
As per Census 2011, Ghikhali village has a total population of 2,677 people, consisting of 1,346 males and 1,331 females. The village has 525 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 454 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,494 literate and 1,183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 359 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 162 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghikhali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,677 | 1,346 | 1,331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 454 | 227 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 184 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 1,494 | 820 | 674 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,183 | 526 | 657 |
Nearby Villages of Ghikhali
Ghikhali 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 Ghikhali
Ghikhali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Canning to Ghikhali is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Ghikhali is about 60.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghikhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghikhali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghikhali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghikhali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghikhali
Where is Ghikhali located?
Ghikhali village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghikhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghikhali is Deuli-i.
What is the pincode of Ghikhali?
The pincode of Ghikhali is 743376.
What is the population of Ghikhali?
Ghikhali has a total population of 2,677, including 1,346 males and 1,331 females.
How many households are there in Ghikhali?
There are 525 households in Ghikhali.
What is the literacy rate in Ghikhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghikhali is 55.81%. Male literacy is 60.92% and female literacy is 50.64%.