Kanara
Kanara is a village located in Puncha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Puncha (tehsildar office) and 53.7km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Bagda is the gram panchayat of Kanara village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanara unique in its vibrant Puncha-Puruliya region. You’ll see Kanara’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 Kanara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanara is 331064. The village spans a total geographical area of 403.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723151. Puruliya is nearest town to Kanara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
Google Map of Kanara
Population of Kanara
According to the 2011 Census, Kanara has a total population of about 1,836, with approximately 936 males and 900 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 254 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 312 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 387. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.05%, with male literacy at about 68.16% and female literacy near 43.44%. There are around 377 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,836 | 936 | 900 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 121 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 148 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 185 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 1,029 | 638 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 298 | 509 |
Connectivity of Kanara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanara. As per the 2011 stats, Kanara 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanara
- Where is Kanara located?
- Kanara village is situated in Puncha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanara is Bagda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanara?
- The pincode of Kanara is 723151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanara is 1,836, with 936 males and 900 females.
- How many households are there in Kanara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanara village has a total of 377 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanara is 56.05%. The male literacy rate is 68.16%, while the female literacy rate is 43.44%.