Kankasal
Kankasal 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 Kankasal village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Paparara Ii is the gram panchayat of Kankasal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankasal unique in its vibrant Kharagpur Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kankasal’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 Kankasal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankasal is 341855. The village spans a total geographical area of 40.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721149. Kharagpur is nearest town to Kankasal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kankasal
Population of Kankasal
According to the 2011 Census, Kankasal has a total population of about 234, with approximately 120 males and 114 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 22 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 87. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.62%, with male literacy at about 84.17% and female literacy near 78.95%. There are around 54 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankasal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 234 | 120 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 49 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 101 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 19 | 24 |
Connectivity of Kankasal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankasal. As per the 2011 stats, Kankasal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankasal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankasal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankasal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankasal
- Where is Kankasal located?
- Kankasal village is situated in Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankasal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankasal is Paparara Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankasal?
- The pincode of Kankasal is 721149, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankasal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankasal is 234, with 120 males and 114 females.
- How many households are there in Kankasal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankasal village has a total of 54 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankasal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankasal is 81.62%. The male literacy rate is 84.17%, while the female literacy rate is 78.95%.