Kaknan

Kaknan is a village located in Khanakul Ii subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.2km away from sub-district headquarter Khanakul (tehsildar office) and 89.6km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Dhanyagori is the gram panchayat of Kaknan village.

Kaknan 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 Kaknan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaknan is 325904. The village spans a total geographical area of 480.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712417. Arambagh is nearest town to Kaknan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Kaknan

Below is a concise population overview of Kaknan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,833 2,984 2,849
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 686 390 296
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,830 910 920
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 4,089 2,264 1,825
Illiterate Population 1,744 720 1,024

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kaknan village:

  • The total population of Kaknan village is around 5,833, including approximately 2,984 males and 2,849 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 686 children aged 0–6 years in Kaknan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kaknan village has 1,830 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kaknan village is about 70.10%, with male literacy at 75.87% and female literacy at 64.06%.
  • There are around 1,324 households in Kaknan village.

Connectivity of Kaknan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaknan. As per the 2011 stats, Kaknan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kaknan

Knowing the nearby villages of Kaknan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaknan.

Kumarhat Khantara Hirapur Kushali Ramchandrapur Dhanyaghari Ghoradaha Jagatpur Bar Nandanpur Radhakrishnapur Madhyarang

Frequently Asked Questions about Kaknan

Where is Kaknan located?
Kaknan village is situated in Khanakul Ii Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaknan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaknan is Dhanyagori (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kaknan?
The pincode of Kaknan is 712417, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kaknan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaknan is 5,833, with 2,984 males and 2,849 females.
How many households are there in Kaknan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kaknan village has a total of 1,324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaknan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaknan is 70.10%. The male literacy rate is 75.87%, while the female literacy rate is 64.06%.