Kakar

Kakar is a village located in Kankrej taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Shihori (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Kakar village is also a gram panchayat.

Kakar has its own place in the vibrant Banas Kantha 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 Kakar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kakar is 508538. The village spans a total geographical area of 1388.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385550. Tharad is nearest town to Kakar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Kakar

Below is a concise population overview of Kakar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,224 2,763 2,461
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,070 568 502
Scheduled Castes (SC) 97 53 44
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,949 1,336 613
Illiterate Population 3,275 1,427 1,848

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kakar village:

  • The total population of Kakar village is around 5,224, including approximately 2,763 males and 2,461 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,070 children aged 0–6 years in Kakar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kakar village has 97 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kakar village is about 37.31%, with male literacy at 48.35% and female literacy at 24.91%.
  • There are around 903 households in Kakar village.

Connectivity of Kakar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kakar. As per the 2011 stats, Kakar 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kakar

Knowing the nearby villages of Kakar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kakar.

Kantheriya Rajpur Vibhanesda Devdarbar Chembla Khasa Akoli Thakorvas Akoli Maharajvas Amblivas Shihori Kamboi

Frequently Asked Questions about Kakar

Where is Kakar located?
Kakar village is situated in Kankrej Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kakar?
Kakar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kakar?
The pincode of Kakar is 385550, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kakar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kakar is 5,224, with 2,763 males and 2,461 females.
How many households are there in Kakar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kakar village has a total of 903 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kakar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kakar is 37.31%. The male literacy rate is 48.35%, while the female literacy rate is 24.91%.