Kechanda
Kechanda is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kechanda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Radhanagar is the gram panchayat of Kechanda village.
Here you can discover what makes Kechanda unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kechanda’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 Kechanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kechanda is 339512. The village spans a total geographical area of 76.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721514. Jhargram is nearest town to Kechanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kechanda village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kechanda
Population of Kechanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kechanda has a total population of about 202, with approximately 106 males and 96 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 51. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.19%, with male literacy at about 95.28% and female literacy near 65.63%. There are around 51 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kechanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 202 | 106 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 101 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 5 | 33 |
Connectivity of Kechanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kechanda. As per the 2011 stats, Kechanda 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 Kechanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kechanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kechanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kechanda
- Where is Kechanda located?
- Kechanda village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kechanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kechanda is Radhanagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kechanda?
- The pincode of Kechanda is 721514, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kechanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kechanda is 202, with 106 males and 96 females.
- How many households are there in Kechanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kechanda village has a total of 51 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kechanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kechanda is 81.19%. The male literacy rate is 95.28%, while the female literacy rate is 65.63%.