Kanchantola
Kanchantola is a village located in Kharagpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Kharagpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kanchantola village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Lachhmapur is the gram panchayat of Kanchantola village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchantola unique in its vibrant Kharagpur Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kanchantola’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 Kanchantola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchantola is 341788. The village spans a total geographical area of 48.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721149. Medinipur is nearest town to Kanchantola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Kanchantola
Population of Kanchantola
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchantola has a total population of about 513, with approximately 256 males and 257 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 69 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 268 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 71.73%, with male literacy at about 76.95% and female literacy near 66.54%. There are around 112 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchantola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 513 | 256 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 39 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 132 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 368 | 197 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 59 | 86 |
Connectivity of Kanchantola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchantola. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchantola 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 Kanchantola
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchantola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchantola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchantola
- Where is Kanchantola located?
- Kanchantola village is situated in Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchantola?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanchantola is Lachhmapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanchantola?
- The pincode of Kanchantola is 721149, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanchantola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchantola is 513, with 256 males and 257 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchantola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchantola village has a total of 112 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchantola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchantola is 71.73%. The male literacy rate is 76.95%, while the female literacy rate is 66.54%.