Kankjal Purba
Kankjal Purba is a village located in Diamond Harbour Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.4km away from sub-district headquarter Sarisha (tehsildar office) and 44.8km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Nurpur is the gram panchayat of Kankjal Purba village.
Kankjal Purba 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 Kankjal Purba
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankjal Purba is 334432. The village spans a total geographical area of 53.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743368. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Kankjal Purba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kankjal Purba 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 Kankjal Purba
Below is a concise population overview of Kankjal Purba as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 931 | 458 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 69 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 430 | 216 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 624 | 337 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 121 | 186 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankjal Purba village:
- The total population of Kankjal Purba village is around 931, including approximately 458 males and 473 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 130 children aged 0–6 years in Kankjal Purba village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kankjal Purba village has 430 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kankjal Purba village is about 67.02%, with male literacy at 73.58% and female literacy at 60.68%.
- There are around 220 households in Kankjal Purba village.
Connectivity of Kankjal Purba
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankjal Purba. As per the 2011 stats, Kankjal Purba 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankjal Purba
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankjal Purba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankjal Purba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankjal Purba
- Where is Kankjal Purba located?
- Kankjal Purba 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 Purba?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankjal Purba 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 Purba?
- The pincode of Kankjal Purba is 743368, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankjal Purba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankjal Purba is 931, with 458 males and 473 females.
- How many households are there in Kankjal Purba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankjal Purba village has a total of 220 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankjal Purba as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankjal Purba is 67.02%. The male literacy rate is 73.58%, while the female literacy rate is 60.68%.