Kankjal Purba - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Kankjal Purba is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.4 km from Sarisha and around 44.8 km from Alipore. Nurpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankjal Purba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankjal Purba is 334432. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.44 hectares and falls under the 743368 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kankjal Purba 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 Purba
According to the 2011 Census, Kankjal Purba village had a total population of 931 people, including 458 males and 473 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.90%, with male literacy at 86.63% and female literacy at 69.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 430.
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 | 931 | 458 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 69 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 430 | 216 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 624 | 337 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 121 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Kankjal Purba
Kankjal Purba 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 Purba
Public transport in the Kankjal Purba is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Purba is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Kankjal Purba is about 44.8 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 Purba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankjal Purba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kankjal Purba
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 Purba 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 Purba
Where is Kankjal Purba located?
Kankjal Purba village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankjal Purba?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankjal Purba is Nurpur.
What is the pincode of Kankjal Purba?
The pincode of Kankjal Purba is 743368.
What is the population of Kankjal Purba?
Kankjal Purba had a total population of 931, including 458 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Kankjal Purba?
Kankjal Purba had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankjal Purba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankjal Purba was 77.90%. Male literacy was 86.63% and female literacy was 69.66%.