Kanchanpur
Kanchanpur is a village located in Keshiary subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Keshiary are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kanchanpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Keshiari is the gram panchayat of Kanchanpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchanpur unique in its vibrant Keshiary-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kanchanpur’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 Kanchanpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchanpur is 343614. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721133. Kharagpur is nearest town to Kanchanpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Kanchanpur
Population of Kanchanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchanpur has a total population of about 1,232, with approximately 620 males and 612 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 128 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 141 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 373. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.18%, with male literacy at about 71.77% and female literacy near 64.54%. There are around 291 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchanpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,232 | 620 | 612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 70 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 373 | 180 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 840 | 445 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 175 | 217 |
Connectivity of Kanchanpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchanpur. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchanpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanchanpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchanpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchanpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchanpur
- Where is Kanchanpur located?
- Kanchanpur village is situated in Keshiary Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchanpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanchanpur is Keshiari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanchanpur?
- The pincode of Kanchanpur is 721133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanchanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchanpur is 1,232, with 620 males and 612 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchanpur village has a total of 291 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchanpur is 68.18%. The male literacy rate is 71.77%, while the female literacy rate is 64.54%.