Kenda
About Kenda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kenda village is 331157. Kenda village is located in Arsha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 27.3km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkabad (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Hetgugui is the gram panchayat of Kenda village.
The total geographical area of village is 293.8 hectares. Kenda has a total population of 707 peoples, out of which male population is 350 while female population is 357. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1020 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kenda village is 39.75% out of which 50.86% males and 28.85% females are literate. There are about 144 houses in kenda village. Pincode of kenda village locality is 723201.
When it comes to administration, Kenda village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kenda village comes under Baghmundi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Bokaro is nearest town to kenda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
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Population of Kenda
The population details of Kenda cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 707 | 350 | 357 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 375 | 187 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 178 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 172 | 254 |
Connectivity of Kenda
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kenda
Where is Kenda located?
Kenda village is situated in Arsha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenda is Hetgugui (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kenda?
The pincode of Kenda is 723201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kenda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kenda is 707, with 350 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Kenda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kenda village has a total of 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kenda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kenda is 39.75%. The male literacy rate is 50.86%, while the female literacy rate is 28.85%.