Kankania
Kankania is a village located in Harischandrapur Ii subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Barduari (tehsildar office) and 69.2km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Sadlichak is the gram panchayat of Kankania village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankania unique in its vibrant Harischandrapur Ii-Maldah region. You’ll see Kankania’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kankania
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankania is 312106. The village spans a total geographical area of 119.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732125. Katihar is nearest town to Kankania village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Kankania
Population of Kankania
According to the 2011 Census, Kankania has a total population of about 1,002, with approximately 523 males and 479 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 150 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 323 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.90%, with male literacy at about 56.60% and female literacy near 40.50%. There are around 185 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankania's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,002 | 523 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 68 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 177 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 490 | 296 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 227 | 285 |
Connectivity of Kankania
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankania. As per the 2011 stats, Kankania had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankania
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankania helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankania.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankania
- Where is Kankania located?
- Kankania village is situated in Harischandrapur Ii Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankania?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankania is Sadlichak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankania?
- The pincode of Kankania is 732125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankania as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankania is 1,002, with 523 males and 479 females.
- How many households are there in Kankania as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankania village has a total of 185 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankania as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankania is 48.90%. The male literacy rate is 56.60%, while the female literacy rate is 40.50%.