Kanpur
Kanpur is a village located in Arambag subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.5km away from sub-district headquarter Arambag (tehsildar office) and 70.7km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Madhabpur is the gram panchayat of Kanpur village.
Kanpur has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kanpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanpur is 324337. The village spans a total geographical area of 209.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712616. Arambagh is nearest town to Kanpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kanpur village comes under Arambag assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kanpur
Population of Kanpur
Below is a concise population overview of Kanpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,657 | 1,361 | 1,296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 127 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 821 | 410 | 411 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,967 | 1,076 | 891 |
| Illiterate Population | 690 | 285 | 405 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanpur village:
- The total population of Kanpur village is around 2,657, including approximately 1,361 males and 1,296 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 260 children aged 0–6 years in Kanpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanpur village has 821 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanpur village is about 74.03%, with male literacy at 79.06% and female literacy at 68.75%.
- There are around 632 households in Kanpur village.
Connectivity of Kanpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanpur. As per the 2011 stats, Kanpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanpur
- Where is Kanpur located?
- Kanpur village is situated in Arambag Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanpur is Madhabpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanpur?
- The pincode of Kanpur is 712616, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanpur is 2,657, with 1,361 males and 1,296 females.
- How many households are there in Kanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanpur village has a total of 632 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanpur is 74.03%. The male literacy rate is 79.06%, while the female literacy rate is 68.75%.