Kumbhasan
Kumbhasan is a village located in Palanpur taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 18km away from Palanpur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kumbhasan village. As per 2009 stats, Kumbhasan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kumbhasan unique in its vibrant Palanpur-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Kumbhasan’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 Kumbhasan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kumbhasan is 508169. The village spans a total geographical area of 1409.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385515. Palanpur is nearest town to Kumbhasan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kumbhasan 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 Palanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kumbhasan
Population of Kumbhasan
According to the 2011 Census, Kumbhasan has a total population of about 5,319, with approximately 2,713 males and 2,606 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 548 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 563 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 139. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.63%, with male literacy at about 83.38% and female literacy near 61.44%. There are around 1,064 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kumbhasan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,319 | 2,713 | 2,606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 548 | 296 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 563 | 292 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 67 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 3,863 | 2,262 | 1,601 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,456 | 451 | 1,005 |
Connectivity of Kumbhasan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kumbhasan. As per the 2011 stats, Kumbhasan 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kumbhasan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kumbhasan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kumbhasan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kumbhasan
- Where is Kumbhasan located?
- Kumbhasan village is situated in Palanpur Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kumbhasan?
- Kumbhasan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kumbhasan?
- The pincode of Kumbhasan is 385515, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kumbhasan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kumbhasan is 5,319, with 2,713 males and 2,606 females.
- How many households are there in Kumbhasan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kumbhasan village has a total of 1,064 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kumbhasan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kumbhasan is 72.63%. The male literacy rate is 83.38%, while the female literacy rate is 61.44%.