Kanchannagar
Kanchannagar is a village located in Murshidabad Jiaganj subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.5km away from sub-district headquarter Murshidabad (tehsildar office) and 19.2km away from district headquarter Berhampore. As per 2009 stats, Bahadurpur is the gram panchayat of Kanchannagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchannagar unique in its vibrant Murshidabad Jiaganj-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Kanchannagar’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 Kanchannagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchannagar is 314907. The village spans a total geographical area of 24.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742113. Jiaganj is nearest town to Kanchannagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Kanchannagar
Population of Kanchannagar
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchannagar has a total population of about 229, with approximately 111 males and 118 females. The sex ratio is around 1063 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 34 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 90 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 121. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.02%, with male literacy at about 63.06% and female literacy near 47.46%. There are around 55 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchannagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 111 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 57 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 41 | 62 |
Connectivity of Kanchannagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchannagar. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchannagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Kanchannagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchannagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchannagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchannagar
- Where is Kanchannagar located?
- Kanchannagar village is situated in Murshidabad Jiaganj Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchannagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanchannagar is Bahadurpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanchannagar?
- The pincode of Kanchannagar is 742113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanchannagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchannagar is 229, with 111 males and 118 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchannagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchannagar village has a total of 55 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchannagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchannagar is 55.02%. The male literacy rate is 63.06%, while the female literacy rate is 47.46%.