Khun Khali - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Khun Khali is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.6 km from Canning and around 58.2 km from Alipore. Tambuldaha-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khun Khali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khun Khali is 333866. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.93 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning Town is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khun Khali 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 Khun Khali
According to the 2011 Census, Khun Khali village had a total population of 1,126 people, including 567 males and 559 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.47%, with male literacy at 71.68% and female literacy at 53.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 191.
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 | 1,126 | 567 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 115 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 99 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 324 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 565 | 243 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Khun Khali
Khun Khali 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 Khun Khali
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khun Khali.
| 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 Khun Khali is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Khun Khali is about 58.2 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 Khun Khali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khun Khali 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 Khun Khali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khun Khali 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 Khun Khali
Where is Khun Khali located?
Khun Khali village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khun Khali?
The Gram Panchayat of Khun Khali is Tambuldaha-i.
What is the pincode of Khun Khali?
The pincode of Khun Khali is 743329.
What is the population of Khun Khali?
Khun Khali had a total population of 1,126, including 567 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Khun Khali?
Khun Khali had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khun Khali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khun Khali was 62.47%. Male literacy was 71.68% and female literacy was 53.14%.