Kanchana - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Kanchana is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 36.2 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Satpalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanchana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchana is 316696. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.66 hectares and falls under the 731234 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kanchana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanchana
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchana village had a total population of 679 people, including 349 males and 330 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.96%, with male literacy at 74.38% and female literacy at 54.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 476.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 679 | 349 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 476 | 250 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 241 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 108 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchana
Kanchana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kanchana
Kanchana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kanchana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sainthia to Kanchana is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Kanchana is about 36.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanchana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kanchana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanchana
Where is Kanchana located?
Kanchana village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanchana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanchana is Satpalsa.
What is the pincode of Kanchana?
The pincode of Kanchana is 731234.
What is the population of Kanchana?
Kanchana had a total population of 679, including 349 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Kanchana?
Kanchana had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchana was 64.96%. Male literacy was 74.38% and female literacy was 54.82%.