Kankewa
Kankewa is a village located in Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Saraipali (tehsildar office) and 132km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Kankeva is the gram panchayat of Kankewa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankewa unique in its vibrant Saraipali-Mahasamund region. You’ll see Kankewa’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 Kankewa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankewa is 445898. The village spans a total geographical area of 482.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 492112. Saraipali is nearest town to Kankewa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kankewa
Population of Kankewa
According to the 2011 Census, Kankewa has a total population of about 1,297, with approximately 682 males and 615 females. The sex ratio is around 901 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 116 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 134 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 191. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.91%, with male literacy at about 71.26% and female literacy near 51.54%. There are around 328 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankewa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,297 | 682 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 60 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 64 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 90 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 803 | 486 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 196 | 298 |
Connectivity of Kankewa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankewa. As per the 2011 stats, Kankewa 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 Kankewa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankewa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankewa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankewa
- Where is Kankewa located?
- Kankewa village is situated in Saraipali Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankewa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankewa is Kankeva (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankewa?
- The pincode of Kankewa is 492112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankewa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankewa is 1,297, with 682 males and 615 females.
- How many households are there in Kankewa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankewa village has a total of 328 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankewa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankewa is 61.91%. The male literacy rate is 71.26%, while the female literacy rate is 51.54%.