Kanchanpur

Kanchanpur is a village located in Kanksa subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.6km away from sub-district headquarter Kanksa. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Kanchanpur village. As per 2009 stats, Bidbehar is the gram panchayat of Kanchanpur village.

Here you can discover what makes Kanchanpur unique in its vibrant Kanksa-Barddhaman region. You’ll see Kanchanpur’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 Kanchanpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchanpur is 318779. The village spans a total geographical area of 88.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713377. Durgapur is nearest town to Kanchanpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kanchanpur 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 Galsi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bardhaman - Durgapur 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 Kanchanpur

According to the 2011 Census, Kanchanpur has a total population of about 1,627, with approximately 820 males and 807 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 197 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 747 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 208. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.15%, with male literacy at about 75.98% and female literacy near 62.21%. There are around 362 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchanpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,627 820 807
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 197 101 96
Scheduled Castes (SC) 747 366 381
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 208 108 100
Literate Population 1,125 623 502
Illiterate Population 502 197 305

Connectivity of Kanchanpur

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

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

Nearby Villages of Kanchanpur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchanpur

Where is Kanchanpur located?
Kanchanpur village is situated in Kanksa Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanchanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanchanpur is Bidbehar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kanchanpur?
The pincode of Kanchanpur is 713377, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanchanpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchanpur is 1,627, with 820 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Kanchanpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanchanpur village has a total of 362 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchanpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchanpur is 69.15%. The male literacy rate is 75.98%, while the female literacy rate is 62.21%.