Kankjal Pashchim - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Kankjal Pashchim is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.8 km from Sarisha and around 46.2 km from Alipore. Nurpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankjal Pashchim village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankjal Pashchim is 334433. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.87 hectares and falls under the 743368 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kankjal Pashchim village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankjal Pashchim
According to the 2011 Census, Kankjal Pashchim village had a total population of 1,236 people, including 631 males and 605 females, living in 273 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.02%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 75.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 635.
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 | 1,236 | 631 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 635 | 318 | 317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 873 | 473 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 158 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Kankjal Pashchim
Kankjal Pashchim 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 Kankjal Pashchim
Public transport in the Kankjal Pashchim is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Kankjal Pashchim is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Kankjal Pashchim is about 46.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankjal Pashchim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankjal Pashchim village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kankjal Pashchim
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankjal Pashchim village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kankjal Pashchim
Where is Kankjal Pashchim located?
Kankjal Pashchim village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankjal Pashchim?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankjal Pashchim is Nurpur.
What is the pincode of Kankjal Pashchim?
The pincode of Kankjal Pashchim is 743368.
What is the population of Kankjal Pashchim?
Kankjal Pashchim had a total population of 1,236, including 631 males and 605 females.
How many households are there in Kankjal Pashchim?
Kankjal Pashchim had 273 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankjal Pashchim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankjal Pashchim was 80.02%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 75.19%.