Kanpur - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Kanpur is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Tapshia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanpur is 340458. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.84 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanpur
As per Census 2011, Kanpur village has a total population of 353 people, consisting of 183 males and 170 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 291 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 353 | 183 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 158 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 25 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Kanpur
Kanpur 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 Kanpur
Kanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Kanpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanpur
Where is Kanpur located?
Kanpur village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanpur is Tapshia.
What is the pincode of Kanpur?
The pincode of Kanpur is 721517.
What is the population of Kanpur?
Kanpur has a total population of 353, including 183 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Kanpur?
There are 74 households in Kanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanpur is 82.44%. Male literacy is 86.34% and female literacy is 78.24%.