Khurigochhi - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Khurigochhi is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.7 km from Rajpur and around 35.3 km from Alipore. Kamrabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khurigochhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khurigochhi is 333563. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.58 hectares and falls under the 700150 pincode. Sonarpur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Khurigochhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonarpur Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khurigochhi
According to the 2011 Census, Khurigochhi village had a total population of 6,023 people, including 3,086 males and 2,937 females, living in 1,484 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.88%, with male literacy at 87.95% and female literacy at 71.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,308, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 6,023 | 3,086 | 2,937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 659 | 356 | 303 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,308 | 1,710 | 1,598 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 4,285 | 2,401 | 1,884 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,738 | 685 | 1,053 |
Nearby Villages of Khurigochhi
Khurigochhi 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 Khurigochhi
Khurigochhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Khurigochhi.
| 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 <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonarpur to Khurigochhi is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Khurigochhi is about 35.3 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 Khurigochhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khurigochhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khurigochhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khurigochhi 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Khurigochhi
Where is Khurigochhi located?
Khurigochhi village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khurigochhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khurigochhi is Kamrabad.
What is the pincode of Khurigochhi?
The pincode of Khurigochhi is 700150.
What is the population of Khurigochhi?
Khurigochhi had a total population of 6,023, including 3,086 males and 2,937 females.
How many households are there in Khurigochhi?
Khurigochhi had 1,484 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khurigochhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khurigochhi was 79.88%. Male literacy was 87.95% and female literacy was 71.53%.