Kanakhola - Santipur, Nadia
Kanakhola is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 20.2 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Babla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanakhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanakhola is 321948. The village covers a total geographical area of 488.14 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kanakhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanakhola
As per Census 2011, Kanakhola village has a total population of 2,513 people, consisting of 1,252 males and 1,261 females. The village has 597 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,422 literate and 1,091 illiterate residents. Additionally, 731 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 681 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanakhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,513 | 1,252 | 1,261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 118 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 731 | 381 | 350 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 681 | 334 | 347 |
| Literate Population | 1,422 | 779 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,091 | 473 | 618 |
Nearby Villages of Kanakhola
Kanakhola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mollaber | East | 1.32 km |
| Chhota Ranaghat (p) | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Bathna | South | 1.70 km |
| Arpara | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Bahadurpur | East | 2.06 km |
| Barajiakur | North | 2.14 km |
| Chhotajiakur | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Arbalda | East | 2.48 km |
| Bansdob | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Kadampur | South-East | 2.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanakhola
Public transport in the Kanakhola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shantipur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santipur to Kanakhola is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Kanakhola is about 20.2 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanakhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanakhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanakhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanakhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanakhola
Where is Kanakhola located?
Kanakhola village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanakhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanakhola is Babla.
What is the pincode of Kanakhola?
The pincode of Kanakhola is 741404.
What is the population of Kanakhola?
Kanakhola has a total population of 2,513, including 1,252 males and 1,261 females.
How many households are there in Kanakhola?
There are 597 households in Kanakhola.
What is the literacy rate in Kanakhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanakhola is 56.59%. Male literacy is 62.22% and female literacy is 50.99%.