Kankura

Kankura is a village 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.

Kankura has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kankura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankura is 334349. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743375. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Kankura village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kankura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kankura

Below is a concise population overview of Kankura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,456 754 702
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 158 89 69
Scheduled Castes (SC) 491 248 243
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,033 578 455
Illiterate Population 423 176 247

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankura village:

  • The total population of Kankura village is around 1,456, including approximately 754 males and 702 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 158 children aged 0–6 years in Kankura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kankura village has 491 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kankura village is about 70.95%, with male literacy at 76.66% and female literacy at 64.81%.
  • There are around 357 households in Kankura village.

Connectivity of Kankura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankura. As per the 2011 stats, Kankura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Kankura

Knowing the nearby villages of Kankura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankura.

Ramgobindapur Kanaigachhi Matra Bhogpunji Raghunathnagar Ramchandrapur Ghatu Bendal Naogan Gatura Kuleshwar

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%.