Kanker
Kanker is a village located in Nabinagar subdivision of Aurangabad district in Bihar, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Nabinagar (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Kanker village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanker unique in its vibrant Nabinagar-Aurangabad region. You’ll see Kanker’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 Kanker
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanker is 253768. The village spans a total geographical area of 1038 hectares. Nabinagar is nearest town to Kanker village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Kanker
Population of Kanker
According to the 2011 Census, Kanker has a total population of about 3,877, with approximately 2,075 males and 1,802 females. The sex ratio is around 868 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 623 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 970 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.68%, with male literacy at about 63.18% and female literacy near 42.73%. There are around 624 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanker's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,877 | 2,075 | 1,802 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 623 | 326 | 297 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 970 | 530 | 440 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,081 | 1,311 | 770 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,796 | 764 | 1,032 |
Connectivity of Kanker
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanker. As per the 2011 stats, Kanker 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 Kanker
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanker helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanker.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanker
- Where is Kanker located?
- Kanker village is situated in Nabinagar Subdivision, within the Aurangabad district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanker?
- Kanker serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kanker as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanker is 3,877, with 2,075 males and 1,802 females.
- How many households are there in Kanker as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanker village has a total of 624 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanker as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanker is 53.68%. The male literacy rate is 63.18%, while the female literacy rate is 42.73%.