Kanktya
Kanktya is a village located in Sahid Matangini subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Burarihat are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kanktya village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kakharda is the gram panchayat of Kanktya village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanktya unique in its vibrant Sahid Matangini-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Kanktya’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 Kanktya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanktya is 344603. The village spans a total geographical area of 95.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721172. Tamluk is nearest town to Kanktya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kanktya
Population of Kanktya
According to the 2011 Census, Kanktya has a total population of about 2,100, with approximately 1,069 males and 1,031 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 239 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 77.43%, with male literacy at about 83.16% and female literacy near 71.48%. There are around 474 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanktya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,100 | 1,069 | 1,031 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 105 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 119 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,626 | 889 | 737 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 180 | 294 |
Connectivity of Kanktya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanktya. As per the 2011 stats, Kanktya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanktya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanktya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanktya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanktya
- Where is Kanktya located?
- Kanktya village is situated in Sahid Matangini Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanktya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanktya is Kakharda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanktya?
- The pincode of Kanktya is 721172, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanktya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanktya is 2,100, with 1,069 males and 1,031 females.
- How many households are there in Kanktya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanktya village has a total of 474 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanktya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanktya is 77.43%. The male literacy rate is 83.16%, while the female literacy rate is 71.48%.