Kankar - Kumarkhand, Madhepura
Kankar is a village situated in the Kumarkhand subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarkhand and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Bishan Pur Sundar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankar is 225908. The village covers a total geographical area of 339.42 hectares and falls under the 852112 pincode. Murli Ganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kankar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kankar
As per Census 2011, Kankar village has a total population of 4,913 people, consisting of 2,603 males and 2,310 females. The village has 901 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 939 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,355 literate and 2,558 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kankar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kankar
Kankar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kankar
Kankar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murli Ganj to Kankar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Kankar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kankar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kankar
Where is Kankar located?
Kankar village is located in Kumarkhand Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankar is Bishan Pur Sundar.
What is the pincode of Kankar?
The pincode of Kankar is 852112.
What is the population of Kankar?
Kankar has a total population of 4,913, including 2,603 males and 2,310 females.
How many households are there in Kankar?
There are 901 households in Kankar.
What is the literacy rate in Kankar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankar is 47.93%. Male literacy is 54.55% and female literacy is 40.48%.