Ketkanda
Ketkanda is a village located in Jamboni subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jamboni are the district & sub-district headquarters of Ketkanda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Gidhni is the gram panchayat of Ketkanda village.
Here you can discover what makes Ketkanda unique in its vibrant Jamboni-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Ketkanda’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 Ketkanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ketkanda is 340214. The village spans a total geographical area of 27.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721505. Jhargram is nearest town to Ketkanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Ketkanda
Population of Ketkanda
According to the 2011 Census, Ketkanda has a total population of about 74, with approximately 36 males and 38 females. The sex ratio is around 1055 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 11 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 74 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 47.30%, with male literacy at about 55.56% and female literacy near 39.47%. There are around 17 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ketkanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 16 | 23 |
Connectivity of Ketkanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ketkanda. As per the 2011 stats, Ketkanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ketkanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Ketkanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ketkanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ketkanda
- Where is Ketkanda located?
- Ketkanda village is situated in Jamboni Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ketkanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ketkanda is Gidhni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ketkanda?
- The pincode of Ketkanda is 721505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ketkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ketkanda is 74, with 36 males and 38 females.
- How many households are there in Ketkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ketkanda village has a total of 17 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ketkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ketkanda is 47.30%. The male literacy rate is 55.56%, while the female literacy rate is 39.47%.