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.
Kankewa has its own place in the vibrant Mahasamund 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 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.
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Population of Kankewa
Below is a concise population overview of Kankewa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankewa village:
- The total population of Kankewa village is around 1,297, including approximately 682 males and 615 females, with a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Kankewa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kankewa village has 134 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 191 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kankewa village is about 61.91%, with male literacy at 71.26% and female literacy at 51.54%.
- There are around 328 households in Kankewa village.
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%.