Kakdwip
Kakdwip is a village located in Kakdwip subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 1.9km away from sub-district headquarter Kakdwip (tehsildar office) and 79.3km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Swami Bibekananda is the gram panchayat of Kakdwip village.
Here you can discover what makes Kakdwip unique in its vibrant Kakdwip-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Kakdwip’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 Kakdwip
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kakdwip is 335236. The village spans a total geographical area of 536.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743347. D/harbour is nearest town to Kakdwip village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
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Population of Kakdwip
According to the 2011 Census, Kakdwip has a total population of about 19,368, with approximately 9,896 males and 9,472 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,872 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9,130 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 57. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.18%, with male literacy at about 77.06% and female literacy near 69.12%. There are around 4,448 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kakdwip's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,368 | 9,896 | 9,472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,872 | 995 | 877 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9,130 | 4,656 | 4,474 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 12 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 14,173 | 7,626 | 6,547 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,195 | 2,270 | 2,925 |
Connectivity of Kakdwip
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kakdwip. As per the 2011 stats, Kakdwip 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kakdwip
Knowing the nearby villages of Kakdwip helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kakdwip.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kakdwip
- Where is Kakdwip located?
- Kakdwip village is situated in Kakdwip Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kakdwip?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kakdwip is Swami Bibekananda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kakdwip?
- The pincode of Kakdwip is 743347, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kakdwip as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kakdwip is 19,368, with 9,896 males and 9,472 females.
- How many households are there in Kakdwip as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kakdwip village has a total of 4,448 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kakdwip as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kakdwip is 73.18%. The male literacy rate is 77.06%, while the female literacy rate is 69.12%.