Khanjapur - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Khanjapur is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.1 km from Sarisha and around 48.5 km from Alipore. Nurpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanjapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanjapur is 334422. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.37 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khanjapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanjapur
According to the 2011 Census, Khanjapur village had a total population of 1,251 people, including 620 males and 631 females, living in 287 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.88%, with male literacy at 92.10% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,189, 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 | 1,251 | 620 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 63 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,189 | 595 | 594 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 954 | 513 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 107 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Khanjapur
Khanjapur 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 Khanjapur
Public transport in the Khanjapur is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Diamond Harbour to Khanjapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Khanjapur is about 48.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanjapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanjapur 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 Khanjapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanjapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khanjapur
Where is Khanjapur located?
Khanjapur village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanjapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanjapur is Nurpur.
What is the pincode of Khanjapur?
The pincode of Khanjapur is 743330.
What is the population of Khanjapur?
Khanjapur had a total population of 1,251, including 620 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in Khanjapur?
Khanjapur had 287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanjapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanjapur was 84.88%. Male literacy was 92.10% and female literacy was 77.78%.