Kayam Khan - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Kayam Khan is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.4 km from Canning and around 60.2 km from Alipore. Deuli-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kayam Khan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kayam Khan is 333828. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.3 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kayam Khan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kayam Khan
As per Census 2011, Kayam Khan village has a total population of 505 people, consisting of 259 males and 246 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 245 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kayam Khan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 505 | 259 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 126 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 181 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 78 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Kayam Khan
Kayam Khan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kayam Khan
Kayam Khan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Kayam Khan is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Kayam Khan is about 60.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kayam Khan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kayam Khan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kayam Khan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kayam Khan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kayam Khan
Where is Kayam Khan located?
Kayam Khan village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kayam Khan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kayam Khan is Deuli-ii.
What is the pincode of Kayam Khan?
The pincode of Kayam Khan is 743329.
What is the population of Kayam Khan?
Kayam Khan has a total population of 505, including 259 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Kayam Khan?
There are 107 households in Kayam Khan.
What is the literacy rate in Kayam Khan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kayam Khan is 60.59%. Male literacy is 69.88% and female literacy is 50.81%.