Kandighi
About Kandighi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kandighi village is 318266. Kandighi village is located in Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.7km away from sub-district headquarter Dubrajpur (tehsildar office) and 29.1km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Paduma is the gram panchayat of Kandighi village.
The total geographical area of village is 65.62 hectares. Kandighi has a total population of 309 peoples, out of which male population is 160 while female population is 149. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 931 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kandighi village is 47.57% out of which 56.88% males and 37.58% females are literate. There are about 65 houses in kandighi village. Pincode of kandighi village locality is 731124.
When it comes to administration, Kandighi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kandighi village comes under Dubrajpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency. Dubrajpur is nearest town to kandighi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
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Population of Kandighi
The population details of Kandighi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 309 | 160 | 149 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 177 | 97 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 91 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 69 | 93 |
Connectivity of Kandighi
| 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 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kandighi
Where is Kandighi located?
Kandighi village is situated in Dubrajpur Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandighi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandighi is Paduma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kandighi?
The pincode of Kandighi is 731124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kandighi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandighi is 309, with 160 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Kandighi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kandighi village has a total of 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandighi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandighi is 47.57%. The male literacy rate is 56.88%, while the female literacy rate is 37.58%.