Kahankia
Kahankia is a village located in Gaighata subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.9km away from sub-district headquarter Gaighata (tehsildar office) and 49.4km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Jhaudanga is the gram panchayat of Kahankia village.
Here you can discover what makes Kahankia unique in its vibrant Gaighata-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Kahankia’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 Kahankia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kahankia is 322760. The village spans a total geographical area of 249.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743245. Bangaon is nearest town to Kahankia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Kahankia
Population of Kahankia
According to the 2011 Census, Kahankia has a total population of about 2,391, with approximately 1,236 males and 1,155 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 192 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 377 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.63%, with male literacy at about 83.25% and female literacy near 75.76%. There are around 589 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kahankia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,391 | 1,236 | 1,155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 89 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 377 | 193 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,904 | 1,029 | 875 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 207 | 280 |
Connectivity of Kahankia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kahankia. As per the 2011 stats, Kahankia 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kahankia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kahankia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kahankia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kahankia
- Where is Kahankia located?
- Kahankia village is situated in Gaighata Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kahankia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kahankia is Jhaudanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kahankia?
- The pincode of Kahankia is 743245, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kahankia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kahankia is 2,391, with 1,236 males and 1,155 females.
- How many households are there in Kahankia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kahankia village has a total of 589 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kahankia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kahankia is 79.63%. The male literacy rate is 83.25%, while the female literacy rate is 75.76%.