Kanchra
Kanchra is a village located in Ketugram I subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.5km away from sub-district headquarter Kandara. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Kanchra village. As per 2009 stats, Pandugram is the gram panchayat of Kanchra village.
Kanchra has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman 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 Kanchra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchra is 319209. The village spans a total geographical area of 184.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713512. Katwa is nearest town to Kanchra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
Google Map of Kanchra
Population of Kanchra
Below is a concise population overview of Kanchra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,478 | 1,283 | 1,195 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 193 | 191 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 78 | 84 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,151 | 593 | 558 |
Illiterate Population | 1,327 | 690 | 637 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanchra village:
- The total population of Kanchra village is around 2,478, including approximately 1,283 males and 1,195 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 384 children aged 0–6 years in Kanchra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanchra village has 162 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kanchra village is about 46.45%, with male literacy at 46.22% and female literacy at 46.69%.
- There are around 537 households in Kanchra village.
Connectivity of Kanchra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchra. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanchra
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchra
- Where is Kanchra located?
- Kanchra village is situated in Ketugram I Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanchra is Pandugram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanchra?
- The pincode of Kanchra is 713512, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanchra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchra is 2,478, with 1,283 males and 1,195 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchra village has a total of 537 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchra is 46.45%. The male literacy rate is 46.22%, while the female literacy rate is 46.69%.