Kankur Gerya
Kankur Gerya is a village located in Narayangarh subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Belda are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kankur Gerya village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Khursi is the gram panchayat of Kankur Gerya village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankur Gerya unique in its vibrant Narayangarh-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kankur Gerya’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 Kankur Gerya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankur Gerya is 343196. The village spans a total geographical area of 64.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721437. Kharagpur is nearest town to Kankur Gerya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Kankur Gerya
Population of Kankur Gerya
According to the 2011 Census, Kankur Gerya has a total population of about 320, with approximately 152 males and 168 females. The sex ratio is around 1105 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 25 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 51. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.00%, with male literacy at about 83.55% and female literacy near 67.26%. There are around 78 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankur Gerya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 320 | 152 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 127 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 25 | 55 |
Connectivity of Kankur Gerya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankur Gerya. As per the 2011 stats, Kankur Gerya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankur Gerya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankur Gerya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankur Gerya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankur Gerya
- Where is Kankur Gerya located?
- Kankur Gerya village is situated in Narayangarh Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankur Gerya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankur Gerya is Khursi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankur Gerya?
- The pincode of Kankur Gerya is 721437, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankur Gerya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankur Gerya is 320, with 152 males and 168 females.
- How many households are there in Kankur Gerya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankur Gerya village has a total of 78 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankur Gerya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankur Gerya is 75.00%. The male literacy rate is 83.55%, while the female literacy rate is 67.26%.