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
According to the 2011 Census, Kayam Khan village had a total population of 505 people, including 259 males and 246 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.00%, with male literacy at 83.80% and female literacy at 59.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 245, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 505, including 259 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Kayam Khan?
Kayam Khan had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kayam Khan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kayam Khan was 72.00%. Male literacy was 83.80% and female literacy was 59.81%.