Askanda
About Askanda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Askanda village is 338168. Askanda village is located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.4km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Askanda village. As per 2009 stats, Amanpur is the gram panchayat of Askanda village.
The total geographical area of village is 89.5 hectares. Askanda has a total population of 376 peoples, out of which male population is 199 while female population is 177. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 889 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of askanda village is 61.17% out of which 70.35% males and 50.85% females are literate. There are about 86 houses in askanda village. Pincode of askanda village locality is 721201.
Chandrakona is nearest town to askanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Askanda
The population details of Askanda cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 376 | 199 | 177 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 232 | 126 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 230 | 140 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 59 | 87 |
Connectivity of Askanda
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Askanda
Where is Askanda located?
Askanda village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Askanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Askanda is Amanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Askanda?
The pincode of Askanda is 721201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Askanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Askanda is 376, with 199 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Askanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Askanda village has a total of 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Askanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Askanda is 61.17%. The male literacy rate is 70.35%, while the female literacy rate is 50.85%.