Kankri
Kankri is a village located in Singhia subdivision of Samastipur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Singhia (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Samastipur. As per 2009 stats, Mahara is the gram panchayat of Kankri village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankri unique in its vibrant Singhia-Samastipur region. You’ll see Kankri’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 Kankri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankri is 237242. The village spans a total geographical area of 98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 848209. Rosera is nearest town to Kankri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Kankri
Population of Kankri
According to the 2011 Census, Kankri has a total population of about 1,256, with approximately 665 males and 591 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 290 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 731 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.65%, with male literacy at about 47.37% and female literacy near 30.96%. There are around 247 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,256 | 665 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 167 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 731 | 383 | 348 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 498 | 315 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 758 | 350 | 408 |
Connectivity of Kankri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankri. As per the 2011 stats, Kankri 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankri
- Where is Kankri located?
- Kankri village is situated in Singhia Subdivision, within the Samastipur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankri is Mahara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankri?
- The pincode of Kankri is 848209, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankri is 1,256, with 665 males and 591 females.
- How many households are there in Kankri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankri village has a total of 247 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankri is 39.65%. The male literacy rate is 47.37%, while the female literacy rate is 30.96%.