Kagnan
Kagnan is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.9km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 25.3km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Makalpur is the gram panchayat of Kagnan village.
Kagnan 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 Kagnan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kagnan is 325231. The village spans a total geographical area of 122.38 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Kagnan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kagnan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kagnan
Population of Kagnan
Below is a concise population overview of Kagnan 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 | 1,783 | 911 | 872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 98 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 636 | 328 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 604 | 303 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 998 | 592 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 785 | 319 | 466 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kagnan village:
- The total population of Kagnan village is around 1,783, including approximately 911 males and 872 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 188 children aged 0–6 years in Kagnan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kagnan village has 636 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 604 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kagnan village is about 55.97%, with male literacy at 64.98% and female literacy at 46.56%.
- There are around 423 households in Kagnan village.
Connectivity of Kagnan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kagnan. As per the 2011 stats, Kagnan 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kagnan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kagnan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kagnan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kagnan
- Where is Kagnan located?
- Kagnan village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kagnan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kagnan is Makalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kagnan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kagnan is 1,783, with 911 males and 872 females.
- How many households are there in Kagnan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kagnan village has a total of 423 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kagnan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kagnan is 55.97%. The male literacy rate is 64.98%, while the female literacy rate is 46.56%.