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.

Kankania 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 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.

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Population of Kankania

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Kankania village is around 1,002, including approximately 523 males and 479 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 150 children aged 0–6 years in Kankania village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kankania village has 323 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kankania village is about 48.90%, with male literacy at 56.60% and female literacy at 40.50%.
  • There are around 185 households in Kankania village.

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.

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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%.