Kanchangaria
Kanchangaria is a village located in Bharatpur I subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Bharatpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kanchangaria village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sijgram is the gram panchayat of Kanchangaria village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchangaria unique in its vibrant Bharatpur I-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Kanchangaria’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 Kanchangaria
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchangaria is 315826. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742301. Kandi is nearest town to Kanchangaria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanchangaria village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bharatpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Baharampur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanchangaria
Population of Kanchangaria
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchangaria has a total population of about 457, with approximately 241 males and 216 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.59%, with male literacy at about 85.89% and female literacy near 66.20%. There are around 112 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchangaria's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 457 | 241 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 350 | 207 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 34 | 73 |
Connectivity of Kanchangaria
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchangaria. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchangaria had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanchangaria
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchangaria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchangaria.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchangaria
- Where is Kanchangaria located?
- Kanchangaria village is situated in Bharatpur I Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchangaria?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanchangaria is Sijgram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanchangaria?
- The pincode of Kanchangaria is 742301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanchangaria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchangaria is 457, with 241 males and 216 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchangaria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchangaria village has a total of 112 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchangaria as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchangaria is 76.59%. The male literacy rate is 85.89%, while the female literacy rate is 66.20%.