Bara Kanda
Bara Kanda is a village located in Gopiballavpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Gopiballavpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Bara Kanda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kharbandhi is the gram panchayat of Bara Kanda village.
Here you can discover what makes Bara Kanda unique in its vibrant Gopiballavpur Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Bara Kanda’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 Bara Kanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bara Kanda is 340576. The village spans a total geographical area of 71.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Bara Kanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bara Kanda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bara Kanda
Population of Bara Kanda
According to the 2011 Census, Bara Kanda has a total population of about 270, with approximately 142 males and 128 females. The sex ratio is around 901 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 169 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 58.52%, with male literacy at about 64.79% and female literacy near 51.56%. There are around 56 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bara Kanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 270 | 142 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 88 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 158 | 92 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 50 | 62 |
Connectivity of Bara Kanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bara Kanda. As per the 2011 stats, Bara Kanda 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bara Kanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Bara Kanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bara Kanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bara Kanda
- Where is Bara Kanda located?
- Bara Kanda village is situated in Gopiballavpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bara Kanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bara Kanda is Kharbandhi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bara Kanda?
- The pincode of Bara Kanda is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bara Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bara Kanda is 270, with 142 males and 128 females.
- How many households are there in Bara Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bara Kanda village has a total of 56 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bara Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bara Kanda is 58.52%. The male literacy rate is 64.79%, while the female literacy rate is 51.56%.