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.
Kanchra Gerya has its own place in the vibrant Purba Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Kanchra Gerya
Below is a concise population overview of Kanchra Gerya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanchra Gerya village:
- The total population of Kanchra Gerya village is around 1,073, including approximately 557 males and 516 females, with a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 128 children aged 0–6 years in Kanchra Gerya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanchra Gerya village has 350 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanchra Gerya village is about 72.04%, with male literacy at 78.99% and female literacy at 64.53%.
- There are around 211 households in Kanchra Gerya village.
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%.