Kanchiya
Kanchiya is a village located in Ghatal subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.2km away from sub-district headquarter Ghatal. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Kanchiya village. As per 2009 stats, Beersingha is the gram panchayat of Kanchiya village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchiya unique in its vibrant Ghatal-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kanchiya’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 Kanchiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchiya is 337682. The village spans a total geographical area of 164.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721212. Kharar is nearest town to Kanchiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Kanchiya
Population of Kanchiya
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchiya has a total population of about 449, with approximately 229 males and 220 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 37 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 39 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.86%, with male literacy at about 87.77% and female literacy near 81.82%. There are around 103 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 449 | 229 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 381 | 201 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 28 | 40 |
Connectivity of Kanchiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchiya. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanchiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchiya
- Where is Kanchiya located?
- Kanchiya village is situated in Ghatal Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanchiya is Beersingha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanchiya?
- The pincode of Kanchiya is 721212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanchiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchiya is 449, with 229 males and 220 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchiya village has a total of 103 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchiya is 84.86%. The male literacy rate is 87.77%, while the female literacy rate is 81.82%.