Kankapal

Kankapal is a village located in Darbha tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Darbha (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Kankapal village is also a gram panchayat.

Kankapal has its own place in the vibrant Bastar 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 Kankapal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankapal is 449627. The village spans a total geographical area of 749.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494115. Darbha is nearest town to Kankapal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kankapal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,711 813 898
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 301 153 148
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 1 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,677 795 882
Literate Population 536 279 257
Illiterate Population 1,175 534 641

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

  • The total population of Kankapal village is around 1,711, including approximately 813 males and 898 females, with a sex ratio of 1104 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 301 children aged 0–6 years in Kankapal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kankapal village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,677 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kankapal village is about 31.33%, with male literacy at 34.32% and female literacy at 28.62%.
  • There are around 406 households in Kankapal village.

Connectivity of Kankapal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankapal. As per the 2011 stats, Kankapal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kankapal

Knowing the nearby villages of Kankapal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankapal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kankapal

Where is Kankapal located?
Kankapal village is situated in Darbha Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankapal?
Kankapal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kankapal?
The pincode of Kankapal is 494115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kankapal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankapal is 1,711, with 813 males and 898 females.
How many households are there in Kankapal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kankapal village has a total of 406 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankapal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankapal is 31.33%. The male literacy rate is 34.32%, while the female literacy rate is 28.62%.