Kashia
Kashia is a village located in Nayagram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Bali Geria are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kashia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Chandabilla is the gram panchayat of Kashia village.
Here you can discover what makes Kashia unique in its vibrant Nayagram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kashia’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 Kashia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kashia is 340829. The village spans a total geographical area of 576.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721125. Jhargram is nearest town to Kashia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
Google Map of Kashia
Population of Kashia
According to the 2011 Census, Kashia has a total population of about 519, with approximately 263 males and 256 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 66 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 26 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 64. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.01%, with male literacy at about 56.65% and female literacy near 37.11%. There are around 125 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kashia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 519 | 263 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 149 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 114 | 161 |
Connectivity of Kashia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kashia. As per the 2011 stats, Kashia 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kashia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kashia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kashia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kashia
- Where is Kashia located?
- Kashia village is situated in Nayagram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kashia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kashia is Chandabilla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kashia?
- The pincode of Kashia is 721125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kashia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kashia is 519, with 263 males and 256 females.
- How many households are there in Kashia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kashia village has a total of 125 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kashia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kashia is 47.01%. The male literacy rate is 56.65%, while the female literacy rate is 37.11%.