Khagra - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Khagra is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.7 km from Canning and around 55.9 km from Alipore. Tambuldaha-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khagra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khagra is 333858. The village covers a total geographical area of 285.7 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning Town is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khagra 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 Khagra
According to the 2011 Census, Khagra village had a total population of 1,316 people, including 648 males and 668 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.07%, with male literacy at 53.78% and female literacy at 42.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 1,316 | 648 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 146 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 270 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 817 | 378 | 439 |
Nearby Villages of Khagra
Khagra 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 Khagra
Public transport in the Khagra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning Town to Khagra is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Khagra is about 55.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khagra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khagra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khagra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khagra 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khagra
Where is Khagra located?
Khagra village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khagra?
The Gram Panchayat of Khagra is Tambuldaha-i.
What is the pincode of Khagra?
The pincode of Khagra is 743329.
What is the population of Khagra?
Khagra had a total population of 1,316, including 648 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Khagra?
Khagra had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khagra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khagra was 48.07%. Male literacy was 53.78% and female literacy was 42.72%.