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.

Bara Kanda has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 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.

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Population of Bara Kanda

Below is a concise population overview of Bara Kanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bara Kanda village:

  • The total population of Bara Kanda village is around 270, including approximately 142 males and 128 females, with a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Bara Kanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bara Kanda village has 169 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bara Kanda village is about 58.52%, with male literacy at 64.79% and female literacy at 51.56%.
  • There are around 56 households in Bara Kanda village.

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%.