Kanchan
Kanchan is a village located in Nabinagar subdivision of Aurangabad district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Nabinagar (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Mungia is the gram panchayat of Kanchan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchan unique in its vibrant Nabinagar-Aurangabad region. You’ll see Kanchan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kanchan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchan is 253912. The village spans a total geographical area of 127 hectares. Nabinagar is nearest town to Kanchan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kanchan
Population of Kanchan
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchan has a total population of about 1,169, with approximately 605 males and 564 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 204 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 922 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.59%, with male literacy at about 37.52% and female literacy near 27.30%. There are around 185 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,169 | 605 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 118 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 922 | 467 | 455 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 381 | 227 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 788 | 378 | 410 |
Connectivity of Kanchan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchan. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchan 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 Kanchan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchan
- Where is Kanchan located?
- Kanchan village is situated in Nabinagar Subdivision, within the Aurangabad district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanchan is Mungia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kanchan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchan is 1,169, with 605 males and 564 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchan village has a total of 185 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchan is 32.59%. The male literacy rate is 37.52%, while the female literacy rate is 27.30%.