Kankutia
Kankutia is a village located in Bolpur Sriniketan subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.4km away from sub-district headquarter Sriniketan (tehsildar office) and 41.1km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Raipur Supur is the gram panchayat of Kankutia village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankutia unique in its vibrant Bolpur Sriniketan-Birbhum region. You’ll see Kankutia’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 Kankutia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankutia is 317826. The village spans a total geographical area of 393.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731204. Bolpur is nearest town to Kankutia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kankutia village comes under Bolpur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kankutia
Population of Kankutia
According to the 2011 Census, Kankutia has a total population of about 1,752, with approximately 911 males and 841 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 723 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 372. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.24%, with male literacy at about 72.23% and female literacy near 61.83%. There are around 424 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankutia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,752 | 911 | 841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 83 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 723 | 384 | 339 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 372 | 191 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 1,178 | 658 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 253 | 321 |
Connectivity of Kankutia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankutia. As per the 2011 stats, Kankutia 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankutia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankutia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankutia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankutia
- Where is Kankutia located?
- Kankutia village is situated in Bolpur Sriniketan Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankutia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankutia is Raipur Supur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankutia?
- The pincode of Kankutia is 731204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankutia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankutia is 1,752, with 911 males and 841 females.
- How many households are there in Kankutia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankutia village has a total of 424 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankutia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankutia is 67.24%. The male literacy rate is 72.23%, while the female literacy rate is 61.83%.