Kamakhyapur - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Kamakhyapur is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.9 km from Gosaba and around 78.8 km from Alipore. Shambhunagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamakhyapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamakhyapur is 335132. The village covers a total geographical area of 404.61 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Kamakhyapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kamakhyapur
As per Census 2011, Kamakhyapur village has a total population of 4,577 people, consisting of 2,329 males and 2,248 females. The village has 890 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 722 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,577 literate and 2,000 illiterate residents. Additionally, 608 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,072 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamakhyapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,577 | 2,329 | 2,248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 722 | 375 | 347 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 608 | 307 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,072 | 535 | 537 |
| Literate Population | 2,577 | 1,453 | 1,124 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,000 | 876 | 1,124 |
Nearby Villages of Kamakhyapur
Kamakhyapur 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 Kamakhyapur
Kamakhyapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kamakhyapur is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Kamakhyapur is about 78.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamakhyapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamakhyapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kamakhyapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamakhyapur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kamakhyapur
Where is Kamakhyapur located?
Kamakhyapur village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamakhyapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamakhyapur is Shambhunagar.
What is the pincode of Kamakhyapur?
The pincode of Kamakhyapur is 743370.
What is the population of Kamakhyapur?
Kamakhyapur has a total population of 4,577, including 2,329 males and 2,248 females.
How many households are there in Kamakhyapur?
There are 890 households in Kamakhyapur.
What is the literacy rate in Kamakhyapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamakhyapur is 56.30%. Male literacy is 62.39% and female literacy is 50.00%.