Khorda
Khorda is a village located in Diamond Harbour Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.8km away from sub-district headquarter Sarisha (tehsildar office) and 38.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Khorda village is also a gram panchayat.
Khorda has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khorda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khorda is 334462. The village spans a total geographical area of 214.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743368. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Khorda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khorda 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 Diamond harbour 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.
Google Map of Khorda
Population of Khorda
Below is a concise population overview of Khorda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,696 | 1,397 | 1,299 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 142 | 129 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 186 | 166 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,897 | 1,063 | 834 |
Illiterate Population | 799 | 334 | 465 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khorda village:
- The total population of Khorda village is around 2,696, including approximately 1,397 males and 1,299 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 271 children aged 0–6 years in Khorda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khorda village has 352 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Khorda village is about 70.36%, with male literacy at 76.09% and female literacy at 64.20%.
- There are around 627 households in Khorda village.
Connectivity of Khorda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khorda. As per the 2011 stats, Khorda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khorda
Knowing the nearby villages of Khorda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khorda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khorda
- Where is Khorda located?
- Khorda 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 Khorda?
- Khorda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khorda?
- The pincode of Khorda is 743368, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khorda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khorda is 2,696, with 1,397 males and 1,299 females.
- How many households are there in Khorda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khorda village has a total of 627 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khorda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khorda is 70.36%. The male literacy rate is 76.09%, while the female literacy rate is 64.20%.