Khandalia

Khandalia is a village located in Diamond Harbour Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.6km away from sub-district headquarter Sarisha (tehsildar office) and 46.7km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Kalatalahat is the gram panchayat of Khandalia village.

Here you can discover what makes Khandalia unique in its vibrant Diamond Harbour Ii-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Khandalia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Khandalia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khandalia is 334416. The village spans a total geographical area of 139.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743504. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Khandalia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

When it comes to local governance, Khandalia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Falta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Khandalia

According to the 2011 Census, Khandalia has a total population of about 2,464, with approximately 1,236 males and 1,228 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 248 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 473 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.26%, with male literacy at about 81.15% and female literacy near 71.34%. There are around 584 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khandalia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,464 1,236 1,228
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 248 123 125
Scheduled Castes (SC) 473 236 237
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 2 N/A
Literate Population 1,879 1,003 876
Illiterate Population 585 233 352

Connectivity of Khandalia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khandalia. As per the 2011 stats, Khandalia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khandalia

Knowing the nearby villages of Khandalia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khandalia.

Frequently Asked Questions about Khandalia

Where is Khandalia located?
Khandalia village is situated in Diamond Harbour Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandalia is Kalatalahat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khandalia?
The pincode of Khandalia is 743504, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khandalia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khandalia is 2,464, with 1,236 males and 1,228 females.
How many households are there in Khandalia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khandalia village has a total of 584 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandalia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khandalia is 76.26%. The male literacy rate is 81.15%, while the female literacy rate is 71.34%.