Kanat

Kanat is a village located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.4km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 24.9km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Pandua is the gram panchayat of Kanat village.

Kanat has its own place in the vibrant Maldah 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 Kanat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanat is 312536. The village spans a total geographical area of 166.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732124. Old Malda is nearest town to Kanat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Kanat

Below is a concise population overview of Kanat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,173 584 589
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 151 85 66
Scheduled Castes (SC) 512 261 251
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 623 306 317
Literate Population 531 313 218
Illiterate Population 642 271 371

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanat village:

  • The total population of Kanat village is around 1,173, including approximately 584 males and 589 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 151 children aged 0–6 years in Kanat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanat village has 512 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 623 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanat village is about 45.27%, with male literacy at 53.60% and female literacy at 37.01%.
  • There are around 235 households in Kanat village.

Connectivity of Kanat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanat. As per the 2011 stats, Kanat 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kanat

Knowing the nearby villages of Kanat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanat.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanat

Where is Kanat located?
Kanat village is situated in Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanat?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanat is Pandua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kanat?
The pincode of Kanat is 732124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanat is 1,173, with 584 males and 589 females.
How many households are there in Kanat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanat village has a total of 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanat is 45.27%. The male literacy rate is 53.60%, while the female literacy rate is 37.01%.