Kankuria
About Kankuria
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kankuria village is 325253. Kankuria village is located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23.6km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 31.1km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Makalpur is the gram panchayat of Kankuria village.
The total geographical area of village is 111.93 hectares. Kankuria has a total population of 1,225 peoples, out of which male population is 600 while female population is 625. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1041 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kankuria village is 72.41% out of which 78.83% males and 66.24% females are literate. There are about 260 houses in kankuria village.
When it comes to administration, Kankuria 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, Kankuria village comes under Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Calcutta is nearest town to kankuria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
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Population of Kankuria
The population details of Kankuria cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,225 | 600 | 625 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 148 | 65 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 171 | 82 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 887 | 473 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 127 | 211 |
Connectivity of Kankuria
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kankuria
Where is Kankuria located?
Kankuria village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankuria is Makalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kankuria as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankuria is 1,225, with 600 males and 625 females.
How many households are there in Kankuria as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kankuria village has a total of 260 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankuria as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankuria is 72.41%. The male literacy rate is 78.83%, while the female literacy rate is 66.24%.