Kankar
Kankar is a village located in Kumarkhand subdivision of Madhepura district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kumarkhand (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Madhepura. As per 2009 stats, Bishan Pur Sundar is the gram panchayat of Kankar village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankar unique in its vibrant Kumarkhand-Madhepura region. You’ll see Kankar’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 Kankar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankar is 225908. The village spans a total geographical area of 339.42 hectares. Murli Ganj is nearest town to Kankar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Kankar
Population of Kankar
According to the 2011 Census, Kankar has a total population of about 4,913, with approximately 2,603 males and 2,310 females. The sex ratio is around 887 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 939 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,254 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 14. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.93%, with male literacy at about 54.55% and female literacy near 40.48%. There are around 901 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,913 | 2,603 | 2,310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 939 | 488 | 451 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,254 | 651 | 603 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,355 | 1,420 | 935 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,558 | 1,183 | 1,375 |
Connectivity of Kankar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankar. As per the 2011 stats, Kankar 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankar
- Where is Kankar located?
- Kankar village is situated in Kumarkhand Subdivision, within the Madhepura district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankar is Bishan Pur Sundar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankar is 4,913, with 2,603 males and 2,310 females.
- How many households are there in Kankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankar village has a total of 901 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankar is 47.93%. The male literacy rate is 54.55%, while the female literacy rate is 40.48%.