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.
Here you can discover what makes Kanpur unique in its vibrant Arambag-Hugli region. You’ll see Kanpur’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kanpur has a total population of about 2,657, with approximately 1,361 males and 1,296 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 260 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 821 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.03%, with male literacy at about 79.06% and female literacy near 68.75%. There are around 632 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.