Kanpur

Kanpur is a village located in Diamond Harbour I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.3km away from sub-district headquarter Diamond Harbour (tehsildar office) and 43.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Kanpur Dhanaberia is the gram panchayat of Kanpur village.

Kanpur 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 Kanpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanpur is 334395. The village spans a total geographical area of 182.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743332. Diamond Harbour I is nearest town to Kanpur village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kanpur 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 Kanpur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,467 1,267 1,200
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 227 111 116
Scheduled Castes (SC) 478 260 218
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,910 1,038 872
Illiterate Population 557 229 328

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

  • The total population of Kanpur village is around 2,467, including approximately 1,267 males and 1,200 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 227 children aged 0–6 years in Kanpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanpur village has 478 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kanpur village is about 77.42%, with male literacy at 81.93% and female literacy at 72.67%.
  • There are around 594 households in Kanpur village.

Connectivity of Kanpur

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kanpur

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

Uttar Sehardaha Dakshin Sehardaha Joaru Hazraband Basarali Patra Masat Sangrampur Mohanpur Durganagar Bishra

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanpur

Where is Kanpur located?
Kanpur 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 Kanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanpur is Kanpur Dhanaberia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kanpur?
The pincode of Kanpur is 743332, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanpur is 2,467, with 1,267 males and 1,200 females.
How many households are there in Kanpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanpur village has a total of 594 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanpur is 77.42%. The male literacy rate is 81.93%, while the female literacy rate is 72.67%.