Khordnahala - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Khordnahala is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.7 km from Sarisha and around 45.1 km from Alipore. Khorda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khordnahala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khordnahala is 334443. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.53 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khordnahala 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 Khordnahala
According to the 2011 Census, Khordnahala village had a total population of 1,608 people, including 833 males and 775 females, living in 404 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.70%, with male literacy at 91.17% and female literacy at 86.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 1,608 | 833 | 775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 63 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,319 | 702 | 617 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 131 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Khordnahala
Khordnahala 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 Khordnahala
Khordnahala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khordnahala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Khordnahala is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Khordnahala is about 45.1 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 Khordnahala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khordnahala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khordnahala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khordnahala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khordnahala
Where is Khordnahala located?
Khordnahala village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khordnahala?
The Gram Panchayat of Khordnahala is Khorda.
What is the pincode of Khordnahala?
The pincode of Khordnahala is 743330.
What is the population of Khordnahala?
Khordnahala had a total population of 1,608, including 833 males and 775 females.
How many households are there in Khordnahala?
Khordnahala had 404 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khordnahala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khordnahala was 88.70%. Male literacy was 91.17% and female literacy was 86.05%.