Khurka
About Khurka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Khurka village is 309450. Khurka village is located in Karandighi subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.6km away from sub-district headquarter Karandighi. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Khurka village. As per 2009 stats, Rasakhowa Ii is the gram panchayat of Khurka village.
The total geographical area of village is 176.85 hectares. Khurka has a total population of 963 peoples, out of which male population is 522 while female population is 441. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 844 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of khurka village is 23.05% out of which 26.25% males and 19.27% females are literate. There are about 227 houses in khurka village. Pincode of khurka village locality is 733201.
When it comes to administration, Khurka village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Khurka village comes under Karandighi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency. Raigunj is nearest town to khurka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.
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Population of Khurka
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 522 | 441 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 137 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 741 | 385 | 356 |
Connectivity of Khurka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Khurka
Where is Khurka located?
Khurka village is situated in Karandighi Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khurka?
The Gram Panchayat of Khurka is Rasakhowa Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khurka?
The pincode of Khurka is 733201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khurka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khurka is 963, with 522 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Khurka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khurka village has a total of 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khurka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khurka is 23.05%. The male literacy rate is 26.25%, while the female literacy rate is 19.27%.