Kankot

Kankot is a village located in Ratua I subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.9km away from sub-district headquarter Ratua (tehsildar office) and 37.6km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Chandmoni I is the gram panchayat of Kankot village.

Kankot 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 Kankot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankot is 312387. The village spans a total geographical area of 885.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732139. English Bazar is nearest town to Kankot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Kankot

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,491 3,301 3,190
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,312 642 670
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,545 1,240 1,305
Illiterate Population 3,946 2,061 1,885

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

  • The total population of Kankot village is around 6,491, including approximately 3,301 males and 3,190 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,312 children aged 0–6 years in Kankot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Kankot village is about 39.21%, with male literacy at 37.56% and female literacy at 40.91%.
  • There are around 1,325 households in Kankot village.

Connectivity of Kankot

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

Nearby Villages of Kankot

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

Bahirkap Bangshipur Bhado Chandipur Arazi Balarampur Bampal Charkhi Chandi Prasad Naokaram Daudpur Jagannathpur Bishal Gokulpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Kankot

Where is Kankot located?
Kankot village is situated in Ratua I Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankot is Chandmoni I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kankot?
The pincode of Kankot is 732139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kankot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankot is 6,491, with 3,301 males and 3,190 females.
How many households are there in Kankot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kankot village has a total of 1,325 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankot is 39.21%. The male literacy rate is 37.56%, while the female literacy rate is 40.91%.