Kansa - Danta, Banas Kantha
Kansa is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Kansa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kansa is 507862. The village covers a total geographical area of 691.07 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kansa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kansa
According to the 2011 Census, Kansa village had a total population of 2,251 people, including 1,171 males and 1,080 females, living in 303 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.39%, with male literacy at 55.61% and female literacy at 36.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,247.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,251 | 1,171 | 1,080 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 684 | 369 | 315 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,247 | 1,169 | 1,078 |
| Literate Population | 727 | 446 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,524 | 725 | 799 |
Nearby Villages of Kansa
Kansa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kansa
Kansa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Kansa is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kansa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kansa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kansa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kansa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kansa
Where is Kansa located?
Kansa village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kansa?
Kansa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kansa?
The pincode of Kansa is 385120.
What is the population of Kansa?
Kansa had a total population of 2,251, including 1,171 males and 1,080 females.
How many households are there in Kansa?
Kansa had 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kansa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kansa was 46.39%. Male literacy was 55.61% and female literacy was 36.73%.