Kanchra
About Kanchra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kanchra village is 325825. Kanchra village is located in Khanakul I subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 22.8km away from sub-district headquarter Khanakul (tehsildar office) and 89.2km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Thakuranichak is the gram panchayat of Kanchra village.
The total geographical area of village is 249.83 hectares. Kanchra has a total population of 4,068 peoples, out of which male population is 2,137 while female population is 1,931. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 903 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kanchra village is 67.55% out of which 70.61% males and 64.16% females are literate. There are about 911 houses in kanchra village. Pincode of kanchra village locality is 712613.
When it comes to administration, Kanchra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kanchra village comes under Khanakul Vidhan Sabha constituency & Arambag Lok Sabha constituency. Arambagh is nearest town to kanchra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Kanchra
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,068 | 2,137 | 1,931 |
| Literate Population | 2,748 | 1,509 | 1,239 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,320 | 628 | 692 |
Connectivity of Kanchra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchra
Where is Kanchra located?
Kanchra village is situated in Khanakul I Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanchra?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanchra is Thakuranichak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kanchra?
The pincode of Kanchra is 712613, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanchra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchra is 4,068, with 2,137 males and 1,931 females.
How many households are there in Kanchra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanchra village has a total of 911 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchra is 67.55%. The male literacy rate is 70.61%, while the female literacy rate is 64.16%.