Kashwara
Kashwara is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.3km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 11.1km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Amnan is the gram panchayat of Kashwara village.
Kashwara 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 Kashwara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kashwara is 325175. The village spans a total geographical area of 288.35 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Kashwara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kashwara 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 Saptagram 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 Kashwara
Population of Kashwara
Below is a concise population overview of Kashwara 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 | 4,608 | 2,308 | 2,300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 266 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,367 | 690 | 677 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 528 | 251 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 3,091 | 1,649 | 1,442 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,517 | 659 | 858 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kashwara village:
- The total population of Kashwara village is around 4,608, including approximately 2,308 males and 2,300 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 510 children aged 0–6 years in Kashwara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kashwara village has 1,367 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 528 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kashwara village is about 67.08%, with male literacy at 71.45% and female literacy at 62.70%.
- There are around 1,057 households in Kashwara village.
Connectivity of Kashwara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kashwara. As per the 2011 stats, Kashwara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kashwara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kashwara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kashwara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kashwara
- Where is Kashwara located?
- Kashwara village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kashwara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kashwara is Amnan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kashwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kashwara is 4,608, with 2,308 males and 2,300 females.
- How many households are there in Kashwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kashwara village has a total of 1,057 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kashwara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kashwara is 67.08%. The male literacy rate is 71.45%, while the female literacy rate is 62.70%.