Dakshin Kanakpur
Dakshin Kanakpur is a village located in Bongaon subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.6km away from sub-district headquarter Bongaon (tehsildar office) and 46.7km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Bairampur is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Kanakpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Dakshin Kanakpur unique in its vibrant Bongaon-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Dakshin Kanakpur’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 Dakshin Kanakpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakshin Kanakpur is 322657. The village spans a total geographical area of 164.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743290. Bongaon is nearest town to Dakshin Kanakpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Dakshin Kanakpur
Population of Dakshin Kanakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Dakshin Kanakpur has a total population of about 1,547, with approximately 812 males and 735 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 149 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,242 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.48%, with male literacy at about 68.72% and female literacy near 61.90%. There are around 353 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dakshin Kanakpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,547 | 812 | 735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 80 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,242 | 658 | 584 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,013 | 558 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 534 | 254 | 280 |
Connectivity of Dakshin Kanakpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakshin Kanakpur. As per the 2011 stats, Dakshin Kanakpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Kanakpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Dakshin Kanakpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakshin Kanakpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakshin Kanakpur
- Where is Dakshin Kanakpur located?
- Dakshin Kanakpur village is situated in Bongaon Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Kanakpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Kanakpur is Bairampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dakshin Kanakpur?
- The pincode of Dakshin Kanakpur is 743290, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dakshin Kanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakshin Kanakpur is 1,547, with 812 males and 735 females.
- How many households are there in Dakshin Kanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dakshin Kanakpur village has a total of 353 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Kanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakshin Kanakpur is 65.48%. The male literacy rate is 68.72%, while the female literacy rate is 61.90%.