Kahinagar (P) - Murarai - I, Birbhum
Kahinagar (P) is a village situated in the Murarai - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murarai and around 98.7 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Palsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kahinagar (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kahinagar (P) is 316026. The village covers a total geographical area of 275 hectares and falls under the 731219 pincode. Muraeai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kahinagar (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kahinagar (P)
As per Census 2011, Kahinagar (P) village has a total population of 3,172 people, consisting of 1,636 males and 1,536 females. The village has 667 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 527 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,712 literate and 1,460 illiterate residents. Additionally, 461 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 324 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kahinagar (P) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,172 | 1,636 | 1,536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 527 | 267 | 260 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 461 | 261 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 324 | 153 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 1,712 | 976 | 736 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,460 | 660 | 800 |
Nearby Villages of Kahinagar (P)
Kahinagar (P) 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 Kahinagar (P)
Kahinagar (P) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kahinagar (P).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muraeai to Kahinagar (P) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Kahinagar (P) is about 98.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kahinagar (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kahinagar (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kahinagar (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kahinagar (P) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kahinagar (P)
Where is Kahinagar (P) located?
Kahinagar (P) village is located in Murarai - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kahinagar (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kahinagar (P) is Palsa.
What is the pincode of Kahinagar (P)?
The pincode of Kahinagar (P) is 731219.
What is the population of Kahinagar (P)?
Kahinagar (P) has a total population of 3,172, including 1,636 males and 1,536 females.
How many households are there in Kahinagar (P)?
There are 667 households in Kahinagar (P).
What is the literacy rate in Kahinagar (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kahinagar (P) is 53.97%. Male literacy is 59.66% and female literacy is 47.92%.