Kanchra Gerya
Kanchra Gerya is a village located in Contai I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Contai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kanchra Gerya village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Haipur is the gram panchayat of Kanchra Gerya village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchra Gerya unique in its vibrant Contai I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Kanchra 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 Kanchra Gerya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchra Gerya is 346065. The village spans a total geographical area of 72.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721401. Contai is nearest town to Kanchra Gerya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kanchra Gerya
Population of Kanchra Gerya
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchra Gerya has a total population of about 1,073, with approximately 557 males and 516 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 128 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 350 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 15. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.04%, with male literacy at about 78.99% and female literacy near 64.53%. There are around 211 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchra Gerya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,073 | 557 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 67 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 181 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 773 | 440 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 117 | 183 |
Connectivity of Kanchra Gerya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchra Gerya. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchra 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanchra Gerya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchra Gerya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchra Gerya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchra Gerya
- Where is Kanchra Gerya located?
- Kanchra Gerya village is situated in Contai I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchra Gerya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanchra Gerya is Haipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanchra Gerya?
- The pincode of Kanchra Gerya is 721401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanchra Gerya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchra Gerya is 1,073, with 557 males and 516 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchra Gerya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchra Gerya village has a total of 211 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchra Gerya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchra Gerya is 72.04%. The male literacy rate is 78.99%, while the female literacy rate is 64.53%.