Knapuram

Knapuram is a village located in Ferrargunj tehsil of South Andaman district in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Ferrargunj (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Port Blair. As per 2009 stats, Kanyapuram is the gram panchayat of Knapuram village.

Knapuram has its own place in the vibrant South Andaman 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 Knapuram

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Knapuram is 645453. The village spans a total geographical area of 175.2 hectares. Port Blair is nearest town to Knapuram village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.

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Population of Knapuram

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,317 674 643
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 148 65 83
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 11 3 8
Literate Population 1,082 576 506
Illiterate Population 235 98 137

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

  • The total population of Knapuram village is around 1,317, including approximately 674 males and 643 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 148 children aged 0–6 years in Knapuram village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Knapuram village has 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Knapuram village is about 82.16%, with male literacy at 85.46% and female literacy at 78.69%.
  • There are around 263 households in Knapuram village.

Connectivity of Knapuram

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

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

Nearby Villages of Knapuram

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

Alipur Wimberlygunj Mount Harriet Stewartgunj Govindapuram Mathura Temple Myo Tirur Herbertabad Ferrargunj Bindraban

Frequently Asked Questions about Knapuram

Where is Knapuram located?
Knapuram village is situated in Ferrargunj Tehsil, within the South Andaman district of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Knapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Knapuram is Kanyapuram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Knapuram as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Knapuram is 1,317, with 674 males and 643 females.
How many households are there in Knapuram as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Knapuram village has a total of 263 households.
What is the literacy rate in Knapuram as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Knapuram is 82.16%. The male literacy rate is 85.46%, while the female literacy rate is 78.69%.