Kankaria
Kankaria is a village located in Raghunathganj I subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Raghunathganj are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kankaria village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Jarur is the gram panchayat of Kankaria village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankaria unique in its vibrant Raghunathganj I-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Kankaria’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 Kankaria
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankaria is 314014. The village spans a total geographical area of 188.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742122. Raghunathganj is nearest town to Kankaria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Kankaria
Population of Kankaria
According to the 2011 Census, Kankaria has a total population of about 4,633, with approximately 2,431 males and 2,202 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 813 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 384 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.52%, with male literacy at about 58.25% and female literacy near 50.41%. There are around 855 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankaria's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,633 | 2,431 | 2,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 813 | 429 | 384 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 384 | 207 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,526 | 1,416 | 1,110 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,107 | 1,015 | 1,092 |
Connectivity of Kankaria
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankaria. As per the 2011 stats, Kankaria had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankaria
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankaria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankaria.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankaria
- Where is Kankaria located?
- Kankaria village is situated in Raghunathganj I Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankaria?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankaria is Jarur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankaria?
- The pincode of Kankaria is 742122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankaria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankaria is 4,633, with 2,431 males and 2,202 females.
- How many households are there in Kankaria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankaria village has a total of 855 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankaria as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankaria is 54.52%. The male literacy rate is 58.25%, while the female literacy rate is 50.41%.