Khari - Mathurapur - II, South 24 Parganas
Khari is a village situated in the Mathurapur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.5 km from Baribhanga Abad and around 61 km from Alipore. Gilarchhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khari is 335171. The village covers a total geographical area of 1251.57 hectares and falls under the 743383 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khari
As per Census 2011, Khari village has a total population of 21,900 people, consisting of 11,280 males and 10,620 females. The village has 4,679 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,931 literate and 6,969 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,807 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,900 | 11,280 | 10,620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,289 | 1,184 | 1,105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,807 | 1,981 | 1,826 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 14,931 | 8,375 | 6,556 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,969 | 2,905 | 4,064 |
Nearby Villages of Khari
Khari 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 Khari
Khari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jaynagar to Khari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Khari is about 61 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 Khari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khari 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 Khari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khari 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khari
Where is Khari located?
Khari village is located in Mathurapur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khari?
The Gram Panchayat of Khari is Gilarchhat.
What is the pincode of Khari?
The pincode of Khari is 743383.
What is the population of Khari?
Khari has a total population of 21,900, including 11,280 males and 10,620 females.
How many households are there in Khari?
There are 4,679 households in Khari.
What is the literacy rate in Khari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khari is 68.18%. Male literacy is 74.25% and female literacy is 61.73%.