Kanpur
Kanpur is a village located in Magrahat I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 22.7km away from sub-district headquarter Usthi (tehsildar office) and 44.4km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Usthi is the gram panchayat of Kanpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanpur unique in its vibrant Magrahat I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Kanpur’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 Kanpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanpur is 334163. The village spans a total geographical area of 92.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743375. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Kanpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kanpur
Population of Kanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanpur has a total population of about 2,839, with approximately 1,441 males and 1,398 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 420 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 355 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 66.22%, with male literacy at about 70.78% and female literacy near 61.52%. There are around 580 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,839 | 1,441 | 1,398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 224 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 180 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,880 | 1,020 | 860 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 421 | 538 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanpur
- Where is Kanpur located?
- Kanpur village is situated in Magrahat 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 Usthi (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 743375, 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 2,839, with 1,441 males and 1,398 females.
- How many households are there in Kanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanpur village has a total of 580 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanpur is 66.22%. The male literacy rate is 70.78%, while the female literacy rate is 61.52%.