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.
Here you can discover what makes Kanksa unique in its vibrant Murshidabad Jiaganj-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Kanksa’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 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.
Google Map of Kanksa
Population of Kanksa
According to the 2011 Census, Kanksa has a total population of about 2,608, with approximately 1,354 males and 1,254 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 351 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.37%, with male literacy at about 55.32% and female literacy near 53.35%. There are around 658 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanksa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.