Kanksa

Kanksa is a village located in Murshidabad Jiaganj subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.6km away from sub-district headquarter Murshidabad (tehsildar office) and 15.9km away from district headquarter Berhampore. As per 2009 stats, Tentulia is the gram panchayat of Kanksa village.

Kanksa has its own place in the vibrant Murshidabad 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 Kanksa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanksa is 314876. The village spans a total geographical area of 674.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742302. Lalbagh is nearest town to Kanksa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Kanksa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,608 1,354 1,254
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 351 184 167
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,418 749 669
Illiterate Population 1,190 605 585

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

  • The total population of Kanksa village is around 2,608, including approximately 1,354 males and 1,254 females, with a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 351 children aged 0–6 years in Kanksa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Kanksa village is about 54.37%, with male literacy at 55.32% and female literacy at 53.35%.
  • There are around 658 households in Kanksa village.

Connectivity of Kanksa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanksa. As per the 2011 stats, Kanksa 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kanksa

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

Nesta Kumirdaha Tentulia Char Chatra Dharmmapur Singa Banoaripur Begamnagar Bhartadoba Palasdanga Neoai Khamarpara

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanksa

Where is Kanksa located?
Kanksa village is situated in Murshidabad Jiaganj Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanksa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanksa is Tentulia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kanksa?
The pincode of Kanksa is 742302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanksa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanksa is 2,608, with 1,354 males and 1,254 females.
How many households are there in Kanksa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanksa village has a total of 658 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanksa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanksa is 54.37%. The male literacy rate is 55.32%, while the female literacy rate is 53.35%.