Khabargaon - Islampur, Uttar Dinajpur
Khabargaon is a village situated in the Islampur subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Islampur and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Panditpota-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khabargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khabargaon is 309004. The village covers a total geographical area of 482.38 hectares and falls under the 733202 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Khabargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raiganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khabargaon
As per Census 2011, Khabargaon village has a total population of 5,148 people, consisting of 2,672 males and 2,476 females. The village has 952 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 952 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,892 literate and 3,256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 415 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khabargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,148 | 2,672 | 2,476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 952 | 489 | 463 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 220 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,892 | 1,129 | 763 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,256 | 1,543 | 1,713 |
Nearby Villages of Khabargaon
Khabargaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghoramara | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Dumrulla | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Benikaner Alias Rahatpur | South | 2.11 km |
| Kutumposa | West | 2.34 km |
| Jagatagaon | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Phulbari | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Bijekhor | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Kurhila | East | 3.16 km |
| Panditpota | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Samsergaon | West | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khabargaon
Public transport in the Khabargaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Aluabari Road, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Islampur to Khabargaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Khabargaon is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khabargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khabargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khabargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khabargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khabargaon
Where is Khabargaon located?
Khabargaon village is located in Islampur Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khabargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khabargaon is Panditpota-i.
What is the pincode of Khabargaon?
The pincode of Khabargaon is 733202.
What is the population of Khabargaon?
Khabargaon has a total population of 5,148, including 2,672 males and 2,476 females.
How many households are there in Khabargaon?
There are 952 households in Khabargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Khabargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khabargaon is 36.75%. Male literacy is 42.25% and female literacy is 30.82%.