Kankjal Pashchim
Kankjal Pashchim is a village located in Diamond Harbour Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.8km away from sub-district headquarter Sarisha (tehsildar office) and 46.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Nurpur is the gram panchayat of Kankjal Pashchim village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankjal Pashchim unique in its vibrant Diamond Harbour Ii-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Kankjal Pashchim’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kankjal Pashchim
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankjal Pashchim is 334433. The village spans a total geographical area of 42.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743609. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Kankjal Pashchim village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kankjal Pashchim 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.
Google Map of Kankjal Pashchim
Population of Kankjal Pashchim
According to the 2011 Census, Kankjal Pashchim has a total population of about 1,236, with approximately 631 males and 605 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 145 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 635 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.63%, with male literacy at about 74.96% and female literacy near 66.12%. There are around 273 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankjal Pashchim's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,236 | 631 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 635 | 318 | 317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 873 | 473 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 158 | 205 |
Connectivity of Kankjal Pashchim
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankjal Pashchim. As per the 2011 stats, Kankjal Pashchim had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankjal Pashchim
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankjal Pashchim helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankjal Pashchim.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankjal Pashchim
- Where is Kankjal Pashchim located?
- Kankjal Pashchim village is situated in Diamond Harbour Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankjal Pashchim?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankjal Pashchim is Nurpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankjal Pashchim?
- The pincode of Kankjal Pashchim is 743609, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankjal Pashchim as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankjal Pashchim is 1,236, with 631 males and 605 females.
- How many households are there in Kankjal Pashchim as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankjal Pashchim village has a total of 273 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankjal Pashchim as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankjal Pashchim is 70.63%. The male literacy rate is 74.96%, while the female literacy rate is 66.12%.