Kank Para - Binpur - I, Jhargram
Kank Para is a village situated in the Binpur - I subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from Binpur. Dharampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kank Para village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kank Para is 336304. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 721516 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kank Para village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kank Para
As per Census 2011, Kank Para village has a total population of 541 people, consisting of 273 males and 268 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 309 literate and 232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 218 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kank Para are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 541 | 273 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 103 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 174 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 99 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Kank Para
Kank Para is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kank Para
Kank Para is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Kank Para is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kank Para
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kank Para village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kank Para
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kank Para village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kank Para
Where is Kank Para located?
Kank Para village is located in Binpur - I Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kank Para?
The Gram Panchayat of Kank Para is Dharampur.
What is the pincode of Kank Para?
The pincode of Kank Para is 721516.
What is the population of Kank Para?
Kank Para has a total population of 541, including 273 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Kank Para?
There are 108 households in Kank Para.
What is the literacy rate in Kank Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kank Para is 57.12%. Male literacy is 63.74% and female literacy is 50.37%.