Kharigoda
Kharigoda is a village located in Sonarpur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.2km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 36.6km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Kalikapur Ii is the gram panchayat of Kharigoda village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharigoda unique in its vibrant Sonarpur-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Kharigoda’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 Kharigoda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharigoda is 333601. The village spans a total geographical area of 89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 700150. Champahati is nearest town to Kharigoda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharigoda 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 Sonarpur Dakshin Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharigoda
Population of Kharigoda
According to the 2011 Census, Kharigoda has a total population of about 1,214, with approximately 638 males and 576 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 116 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 884 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.55%, with male literacy at about 74.45% and female literacy near 59.90%. There are around 267 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharigoda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,214 | 638 | 576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 884 | 482 | 402 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 820 | 475 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 163 | 231 |
Connectivity of Kharigoda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharigoda. As per the 2011 stats, Kharigoda 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharigoda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharigoda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharigoda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharigoda
- Where is Kharigoda located?
- Kharigoda village is situated in Sonarpur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharigoda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharigoda is Kalikapur Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharigoda?
- The pincode of Kharigoda is 700150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharigoda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharigoda is 1,214, with 638 males and 576 females.
- How many households are there in Kharigoda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharigoda village has a total of 267 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharigoda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharigoda is 67.55%. The male literacy rate is 74.45%, while the female literacy rate is 59.90%.