Kankura
About Kankura
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kankura village is 334349. Kankura village is located in Diamond Harbour I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Diamond Harbour (tehsildar office) and 33.4km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Mashat is the gram panchayat of Kankura village.
The total geographical area of village is 61.93 hectares. Kankura has a total population of 1,456 peoples, out of which male population is 754 while female population is 702. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 931 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kankura village is 70.95% out of which 76.66% males and 64.81% females are literate. There are about 357 houses in kankura village. Pincode of kankura village locality is 743375.
When it comes to administration, Kankura village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kankura village comes under Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha constituency & Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to kankura village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kankura
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,456 | 754 | 702 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 578 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 176 | 247 |
Connectivity of Kankura
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kankura
Where is Kankura located?
Kankura village is situated in Diamond Harbour I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankura is Mashat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kankura?
The pincode of Kankura is 743375, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kankura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankura is 1,456, with 754 males and 702 females.
How many households are there in Kankura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kankura village has a total of 357 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankura is 70.95%. The male literacy rate is 76.66%, while the female literacy rate is 64.81%.