Khas Ramkarerchhar - Sagar, South 24 Parganas
Khas Ramkarerchhar is a village situated in the Sagar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.4 km from Rudranagar and around 95.1 km from Alipore. Ramkarchar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khas Ramkarerchhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khas Ramkarerchhar is 335264. The village covers a total geographical area of 826.33 hectares and falls under the 743373 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Khas Ramkarerchhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khas Ramkarerchhar
According to the 2011 Census, Khas Ramkarerchhar village had a total population of 7,556 people, including 3,905 males and 3,651 females, living in 1,462 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.84%, with male literacy at 92.33% and female literacy at 78.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,084, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 211.
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 | 7,556 | 3,905 | 3,651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 887 | 478 | 409 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,084 | 559 | 525 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 109 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 5,725 | 3,164 | 2,561 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,831 | 741 | 1,090 |
Nearby Villages of Khas Ramkarerchhar
Khas Ramkarerchhar 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 Khas Ramkarerchhar
Khas Ramkarerchhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khas Ramkarerchhar is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Khas Ramkarerchhar is about 95.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khas Ramkarerchhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khas Ramkarerchhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khas Ramkarerchhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khas Ramkarerchhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khas Ramkarerchhar
Where is Khas Ramkarerchhar located?
Khas Ramkarerchhar village is located in Sagar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khas Ramkarerchhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khas Ramkarerchhar is Ramkarchar.
What is the pincode of Khas Ramkarerchhar?
The pincode of Khas Ramkarerchhar is 743373.
What is the population of Khas Ramkarerchhar?
Khas Ramkarerchhar had a total population of 7,556, including 3,905 males and 3,651 females.
How many households are there in Khas Ramkarerchhar?
Khas Ramkarerchhar had 1,462 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khas Ramkarerchhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khas Ramkarerchhar was 85.84%. Male literacy was 92.33% and female literacy was 78.99%.