Kanchichak
Kanchichak is a village located in Moyna subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Moyna are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kanchichak village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Gokulnagar is the gram panchayat of Kanchichak village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchichak unique in its vibrant Moyna-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Kanchichak’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 Kanchichak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchichak is 344840. The village spans a total geographical area of 104.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721644. Tamluk is nearest town to Kanchichak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
Google Map of Kanchichak
Population of Kanchichak
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchichak has a total population of about 1,728, with approximately 897 males and 831 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 208 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 30 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.29%, with male literacy at about 84.50% and female literacy near 79.90%. There are around 429 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchichak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,728 | 897 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 112 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,422 | 758 | 664 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 139 | 167 |
Connectivity of Kanchichak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchichak. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchichak 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanchichak
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchichak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchichak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchichak
- Where is Kanchichak located?
- Kanchichak village is situated in Moyna Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchichak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanchichak is Gokulnagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanchichak?
- The pincode of Kanchichak is 721644, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanchichak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchichak is 1,728, with 897 males and 831 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchichak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchichak village has a total of 429 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchichak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchichak is 82.29%. The male literacy rate is 84.50%, while the female literacy rate is 79.90%.