Kansa
Kansa is a village located in Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Danta (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Kansa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kansa unique in its vibrant Danta-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Kansa’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 Kansa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kansa is 507862. The village spans a total geographical area of 691.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385120. Palanpur is nearest town to Kansa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kansa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadhada Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kansa
Population of Kansa
According to the 2011 Census, Kansa has a total population of about 2,251, with approximately 1,171 males and 1,080 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 684 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 2,247. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.30%, with male literacy at about 38.09% and female literacy near 26.02%. There are around 303 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kansa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,251 | 1,171 | 1,080 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 684 | 369 | 315 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,247 | 1,169 | 1,078 |
| Literate Population | 727 | 446 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,524 | 725 | 799 |
Connectivity of Kansa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kansa. As per the 2011 stats, Kansa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kansa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kansa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kansa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kansa
- Where is Kansa located?
- Kansa village is situated in Danta Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kansa?
- Kansa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kansa?
- The pincode of Kansa is 385120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kansa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kansa is 2,251, with 1,171 males and 1,080 females.
- How many households are there in Kansa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kansa village has a total of 303 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kansa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kansa is 32.30%. The male literacy rate is 38.09%, while the female literacy rate is 26.02%.