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.

Kanker has its own place in the vibrant Aurangabad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kanker

Below is a concise population overview of Kanker as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanker village:

  • The total population of Kanker village is around 3,877, including approximately 2,075 males and 1,802 females, with a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 623 children aged 0–6 years in Kanker village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanker village has 970 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanker village is about 53.68%, with male literacy at 63.18% and female literacy at 42.73%.
  • There are around 624 households in Kanker village.

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%.