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.
Kahankia has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Kahankia
Below is a concise population overview of Kahankia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kahankia village:
- The total population of Kahankia village is around 2,391, including approximately 1,236 males and 1,155 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 192 children aged 0–6 years in Kahankia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kahankia village has 377 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kahankia village is about 79.63%, with male literacy at 83.25% and female literacy at 75.76%.
- There are around 589 households in Kahankia village.
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%.