Khandalia - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Khandalia is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.6 km from Sarisha and around 46.7 km from Alipore. Kalatalahat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandalia is 334416. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.77 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khandalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Falta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandalia
According to the 2011 Census, Khandalia village had a total population of 2,464 people, including 1,236 males and 1,228 females, living in 584 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.79%, with male literacy at 90.12% and female literacy at 79.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 473, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 2,464 | 1,236 | 1,228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 123 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 236 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,879 | 1,003 | 876 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 233 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Khandalia
Khandalia 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 Khandalia
Khandalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Diamond Harbour to Khandalia is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Khandalia is about 46.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandalia 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 Khandalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khandalia
Where is Khandalia located?
Khandalia village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandalia is Kalatalahat.
What is the pincode of Khandalia?
The pincode of Khandalia is 743330.
What is the population of Khandalia?
Khandalia had a total population of 2,464, including 1,236 males and 1,228 females.
How many households are there in Khandalia?
Khandalia had 584 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandalia was 84.79%. Male literacy was 90.12% and female literacy was 79.42%.