Kankerlanka
Kankerlanka is a village located in Konta tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Konta (tehsildar office) and 133km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Kankerlanka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kankerlanka unique in its vibrant Konta-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Kankerlanka’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 Kankerlanka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankerlanka is 450358. The village spans a total geographical area of 21566.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494122. Konta is nearest town to Kankerlanka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
Google Map of Kankerlanka
Population of Kankerlanka
According to the 2011 Census, Kankerlanka has a total population of about 977, with approximately 523 males and 454 females. The sex ratio is around 868 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 822. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.54%, with male literacy at about 48.18% and female literacy near 23.13%. There are around 192 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankerlanka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 977 | 523 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 76 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 822 | 381 | 441 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 252 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 271 | 349 |
Connectivity of Kankerlanka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankerlanka. As per the 2011 stats, Kankerlanka 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankerlanka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankerlanka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankerlanka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankerlanka
- Where is Kankerlanka located?
- Kankerlanka village is situated in Konta Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankerlanka?
- Kankerlanka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kankerlanka?
- The pincode of Kankerlanka is 494122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankerlanka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankerlanka is 977, with 523 males and 454 females.
- How many households are there in Kankerlanka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankerlanka village has a total of 192 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankerlanka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankerlanka is 36.54%. The male literacy rate is 48.18%, while the female literacy rate is 23.13%.