Khorda - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Khorda is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.8 km from Sarisha and around 38.2 km from Alipore. Khorda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khorda is 334462. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.79 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Khorda 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 Khorda
As per Census 2011, Khorda village has a total population of 2,696 people, consisting of 1,397 males and 1,299 females. The village has 627 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,897 literate and 799 illiterate residents. Additionally, 352 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khorda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,696 | 1,397 | 1,299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 142 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 186 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 1,897 | 1,063 | 834 |
| Illiterate Population | 799 | 334 | 465 |
Nearby Villages of Khorda
Khorda 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 Khorda
Khorda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khorda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Khorda is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Khorda is about 38.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khorda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khorda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khorda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khorda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khorda
Where is Khorda located?
Khorda village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khorda?
Khorda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khorda?
The pincode of Khorda is 743330.
What is the population of Khorda?
Khorda has a total population of 2,696, including 1,397 males and 1,299 females.
How many households are there in Khorda?
There are 627 households in Khorda.
What is the literacy rate in Khorda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khorda is 70.36%. Male literacy is 76.09% and female literacy is 64.20%.