Kankdiha
Kankdiha is a village located in Para subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 1.9km away from sub-district headquarter Para (tehsildar office) and 30.7km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Dubra is the gram panchayat of Kankdiha village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankdiha unique in its vibrant Para-Puruliya region. You’ll see Kankdiha’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 Kankdiha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankdiha is 330070. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723155. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Kankdiha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kankdiha
Population of Kankdiha
According to the 2011 Census, Kankdiha has a total population of about 1,128, with approximately 585 males and 543 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 197 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 403 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 56.47%, with male literacy at about 67.01% and female literacy near 45.12%. There are around 211 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankdiha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,128 | 585 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 99 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 216 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 637 | 392 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 193 | 298 |
Connectivity of Kankdiha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankdiha. As per the 2011 stats, Kankdiha 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankdiha
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankdiha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankdiha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankdiha
- Where is Kankdiha located?
- Kankdiha village is situated in Para Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankdiha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankdiha is Dubra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankdiha?
- The pincode of Kankdiha is 723155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankdiha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankdiha is 1,128, with 585 males and 543 females.
- How many households are there in Kankdiha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankdiha village has a total of 211 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankdiha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankdiha is 56.47%. The male literacy rate is 67.01%, while the female literacy rate is 45.12%.