Kanupur - Baduria, North 24 Parganas
Kanupur is a village situated in the Baduria subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.4 km from Baduria. Bagjola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanupur is 323431. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.4 hectares and falls under the 743247 pincode. Baduria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kanupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baduria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanupur
As per Census 2011, Kanupur village has a total population of 1,111 people, consisting of 578 males and 533 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 830 literate and 281 illiterate residents. Additionally, 338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,111 | 578 | 533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 48 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 178 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 830 | 463 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 115 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Kanupur
Kanupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajapur | West | 1.10 km |
| Atghara | South | 1.62 km |
| Ruey Danga | West | 1.70 km |
| Bena | East | 1.88 km |
| Begampur | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Chandipur | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Mandra | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Kirttipur | West | 2.77 km |
| Chandpur | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Papila | North | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanupur
Kanupur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Champapukur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Baduria to Kanupur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanupur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanupur
Where is Kanupur located?
Kanupur village is located in Baduria Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanupur is Bagjola.
What is the pincode of Kanupur?
The pincode of Kanupur is 743247.
What is the population of Kanupur?
Kanupur has a total population of 1,111, including 578 males and 533 females.
How many households are there in Kanupur?
There are 270 households in Kanupur.
What is the literacy rate in Kanupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanupur is 74.71%. Male literacy is 80.10% and female literacy is 68.86%.