Kechunia

Kechunia is a village located in Ketugram I subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.3km away from sub-district headquarter Kandara. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Kechunia village. As per 2009 stats, Agardanga is the gram panchayat of Kechunia village.

Here you can discover what makes Kechunia unique in its vibrant Ketugram I-Barddhaman region. You’ll see Kechunia’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 Kechunia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kechunia is 319183. The village spans a total geographical area of 310.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713129. Katwa is nearest town to Kechunia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.

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Population of Kechunia

According to the 2011 Census, Kechunia has a total population of about 2,720, with approximately 1,401 males and 1,319 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 399 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 450 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 63.35%, with male literacy at about 68.17% and female literacy near 58.23%. There are around 596 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kechunia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,720 1,401 1,319
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 399 200 199
Scheduled Castes (SC) 450 243 207
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,723 955 768
Illiterate Population 997 446 551

Connectivity of Kechunia

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

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

Nearby Villages of Kechunia

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kechunia

Where is Kechunia located?
Kechunia village is situated in Ketugram I Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kechunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kechunia is Agardanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kechunia?
The pincode of Kechunia is 713129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kechunia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kechunia is 2,720, with 1,401 males and 1,319 females.
How many households are there in Kechunia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kechunia village has a total of 596 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kechunia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kechunia is 63.35%. The male literacy rate is 68.17%, while the female literacy rate is 58.23%.