Kanchan
Kanchan is a village located in Shaligram Ram Narayanpur subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Shaligram Ram Narayanpur(hunterganj) (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Chatra. As per 2009 stats, Karailibar is the gram panchayat of Kanchan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchan unique in its vibrant Shaligram Ram Narayanpur-Chatra 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 348232. The village spans a total geographical area of 127 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825401. Jori is nearest town to Kanchan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kanchan
Population of Kanchan
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchan has a total population of about 133, with approximately 77 males and 56 females. The sex ratio is around 727 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 19 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 75 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 17.29%, with male literacy at about 22.08% and female literacy near 10.71%. There are around 24 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 | 133 | 77 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 44 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 23 | 17 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 60 | 50 |
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 5 - 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 Shaligram Ram Narayanpur Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanchan is Karailibar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanchan?
- The pincode of Kanchan is 825401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanchan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchan is 133, with 77 males and 56 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchan village has a total of 24 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchan is 17.29%. The male literacy rate is 22.08%, while the female literacy rate is 10.71%.