Village code 316517

Kanksa Village, Mayureswar - I Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Kanksa is a village in Mayureswar - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Birbhum district, West Bengal. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Kanksa village map in West Bengal
Kanksa village map image for Mayureswar - I Block, West Bengal.

Village Overview

Kanksa is a village in Mayureswar - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Birbhum district, West Bengal. For Kanksa, the population is 563, PIN code is 731213 and Census village code is 316517. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Kanksa village
Village code316517
PIN code731213
Population563
Households144
Area98.46 ha / 0.98 sq. km / 243 acres
Population density572 people per sq. km
Sex ratio1011 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townSainthia (10 km)
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtBirbhum
Census 2011 districtBirbhum

Postal and PIN Code Details

Census 2011 reports PIN code 731213 for Kanksa. This PIN was not matched in the local India Post reference file, so please verify it through India Post before using it for address or service work.

Postal details for Kanksa village
PIN code731213
Postal matchNo matching post office record found in the local India Post PIN reference file

Location and Administration

Kanksa comes under Kanksa gram panchayat and Mayureswar - I C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Mayureswar - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Mollarpur at 9.90 km. The Census district headquarters, Suri, is 28.30 km away.

Administrative details for Kanksa
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtBirbhum
Census 2011 districtBirbhum
State code19
District code334
Block / Census sub-district code2255
C.D. Block code102
Block panchayat code102

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Kanksa village and its household count.

Total population

563 residents in 144 households

Male population

280

Female population

283

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 489; Scheduled Tribes: 21

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Kanksa
Primary health sub-centre1
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Kanksa
Public bus serviceAvailable
Private bus serviceAvailable
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationNot available in village
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyNot available in village
Sports fieldAvailable
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomAvailable

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Kanksa
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power24 hours per day
Winter domestic power24 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Kanksa
Net area sown87.43 hectares
Irrigated area85 hectares
Unirrigated area2.43 hectares
Canal irrigated area58.67 hectares
Tanks / lakes irrigated area11.33 hectares
Non-agricultural area2.13 hectares
Main cropPaddy
Second cropWheat
Third cropMustard

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Kanksa
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Tekedda, within 5 km.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Tekedda, within 5 km.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Mallarpur, 5-10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Kanksa

Sainthia (10 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Mollarpur is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Kanksa
Nearest major townSainthia (10 km)
Block headquartersMollarpur (9.90 km)
Public bus serviceAvailable
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Kanksa. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Kanksa
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Primary Health Sub Centre1
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Public Bus ServiceAvailable
Private Bus ServiceAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual DrivenAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Other District RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Agricultural Marketing SocietyAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Community Centre with without TVAvailable
Sports FieldAvailable
Sports Club Recreation CentreAvailable
Public Reading RoomAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable
Power Supply for Agriculture UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kanksa village located?

Kanksa is located in Mayureswar - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Birbhum.

Which Block is Kanksa in?

Kanksa is in Mayureswar - I Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Kanksa in?

District: Birbhum.

What is the village code of Kanksa?

The Census village code of Kanksa is 316517.

What is the PIN code of Kanksa?

The PIN code reported for Kanksa is 731213.

What is the population of Kanksa?

Kanksa has 563 residents in 144 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Kanksa?

The nearest statutory town to Kanksa is Sainthia (10 km).

Which crops are grown in Kanksa?

The main crops reported for Kanksa are Paddy, Wheat, and Mustard.

What land-use details are available for Kanksa?

Land-use details for Kanksa include net area sown: 87.43 hectares, irrigated area: 85 hectares, and unirrigated area: 2.43 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Kanksa?

Government primary school status for Kanksa is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Kanksa?

Public bus service is available in the village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Kanksa?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Kanksa?

The total geographical area of Kanksa is 98.46 hectares.

How many households are in Kanksa?

Kanksa has 144 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Kanksa?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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