Khoksa

Khoksa is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.7km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Khoksa village. As per 2009 stats, Serpur is the gram panchayat of Khoksa village.

Khoksa 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 Khoksa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khoksa is 309736. The village spans a total geographical area of 152.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733156. Raiganj is nearest town to Khoksa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

When it comes to local governance, Khoksa 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 Hemtabad 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 Khoksa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,036 525 511
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 164 78 86
Scheduled Castes (SC) 892 450 442
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 90 47 43
Literate Population 507 285 222
Illiterate Population 529 240 289

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

  • The total population of Khoksa village is around 1,036, including approximately 525 males and 511 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 164 children aged 0–6 years in Khoksa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khoksa village has 892 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 90 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Khoksa village is about 48.94%, with male literacy at 54.29% and female literacy at 43.44%.
  • There are around 229 households in Khoksa village.

Connectivity of Khoksa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khoksa. As per the 2011 stats, Khoksa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khoksa

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Khoksa

Where is Khoksa located?
Khoksa village is situated in Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khoksa?
The Gram Panchayat of Khoksa is Serpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khoksa?
The pincode of Khoksa is 733156, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khoksa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khoksa is 1,036, with 525 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Khoksa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khoksa village has a total of 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khoksa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khoksa is 48.94%. The male literacy rate is 54.29%, while the female literacy rate is 43.44%.