Kankatava
Kankatava is a village located in Guduru mandal of Krishna district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Guduru (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Machilipatnam. As per 2009 stats, Kankatava village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kankatava unique in its vibrant Guduru-Krishna region. You’ll see Kankatava’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 Kankatava
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankatava is 589658. The village spans a total geographical area of 1098 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 521149. Machilipatnam is nearest town to Kankatava village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kankatava
Population of Kankatava
According to the 2011 Census, Kankatava has a total population of about 2,141, with approximately 1,125 males and 1,016 females. The sex ratio is around 903 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 174 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 554 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 63. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.09%, with male literacy at about 71.47% and female literacy near 60.14%. There are around 600 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankatava's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,141 | 1,125 | 1,016 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 97 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 303 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,415 | 804 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 726 | 321 | 405 |
Connectivity of Kankatava
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankatava. As per the 2011 stats, Kankatava 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankatava
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankatava helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankatava.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankatava
- Where is Kankatava located?
- Kankatava village is situated in Guduru Mandal, within the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankatava?
- Kankatava serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kankatava?
- The pincode of Kankatava is 521149, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankatava as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankatava is 2,141, with 1,125 males and 1,016 females.
- How many households are there in Kankatava as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankatava village has a total of 600 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankatava as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankatava is 66.09%. The male literacy rate is 71.47%, while the female literacy rate is 60.14%.