Khowaspur

Khowaspur is a village located in Karandighi subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.1km away from sub-district headquarter Karandighi. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Khowaspur village. As per 2009 stats, Altapur I is the gram panchayat of Khowaspur village.

Khowaspur has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 Khowaspur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khowaspur is 309554. The village spans a total geographical area of 322.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733215. Raiganj is nearest town to Khowaspur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Khowaspur 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 Karandighi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj 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 Khowaspur

Below is a concise population overview of Khowaspur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,799 1,386 1,413
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 607 296 311
Scheduled Castes (SC) 194 96 98
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 837 438 399
Illiterate Population 1,962 948 1,014

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khowaspur village:

  • The total population of Khowaspur village is around 2,799, including approximately 1,386 males and 1,413 females, with a sex ratio of 1019 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 607 children aged 0–6 years in Khowaspur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khowaspur village has 194 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Khowaspur village is about 29.90%, with male literacy at 31.60% and female literacy at 28.24%.
  • There are around 532 households in Khowaspur village.

Connectivity of Khowaspur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khowaspur. As per the 2011 stats, Khowaspur 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khowaspur

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

Dakshin Jadopur Kamartor Mehandabari Harintor Purba Mohanpur Raghopur Lodipur Minapur Gobindapur Barapataul Bihanagar

Frequently Asked Questions about Khowaspur

Where is Khowaspur located?
Khowaspur village is situated in Karandighi Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khowaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khowaspur is Altapur I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khowaspur?
The pincode of Khowaspur is 733215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khowaspur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khowaspur is 2,799, with 1,386 males and 1,413 females.
How many households are there in Khowaspur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khowaspur village has a total of 532 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khowaspur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khowaspur is 29.90%. The male literacy rate is 31.60%, while the female literacy rate is 28.24%.