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.
Kechanda 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kechanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kechanda village:
- The total population of Kechanda village is around 202, including approximately 106 males and 96 females, with a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1 children aged 0–6 years in Kechanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kechanda village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 51 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kechanda village is about 81.19%, with male literacy at 95.28% and female literacy at 65.63%.
- There are around 51 households in Kechanda village.
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%.