Kanakpur
Kanakpur is a village located in Murarai I subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.3km away from sub-district headquarter Murarai (tehsildar office) and 104.1km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Dumurgram is the gram panchayat of Kanakpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanakpur unique in its vibrant Murarai I-Birbhum region. You’ll see Kanakpur’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 Kanakpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanakpur is 316051. The village spans a total geographical area of 633.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731219. Rampurhat is nearest town to Kanakpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Kanakpur
Population of Kanakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanakpur has a total population of about 2,546, with approximately 1,353 males and 1,193 females. The sex ratio is around 881 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 357 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 886 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 88. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.04%, with male literacy at about 53.66% and female literacy near 45.93%. There are around 598 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanakpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,546 | 1,353 | 1,193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 204 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 886 | 493 | 393 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 1,274 | 726 | 548 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,272 | 627 | 645 |
Connectivity of Kanakpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanakpur. As per the 2011 stats, Kanakpur 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanakpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanakpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanakpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanakpur
- Where is Kanakpur located?
- Kanakpur village is situated in Murarai I Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanakpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanakpur is Dumurgram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanakpur?
- The pincode of Kanakpur is 731219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanakpur is 2,546, with 1,353 males and 1,193 females.
- How many households are there in Kanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanakpur village has a total of 598 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanakpur is 50.04%. The male literacy rate is 53.66%, while the female literacy rate is 45.93%.