Kankot
About Kankot
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kankot village is 516289. Kankot village is located in Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Ghogha (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Kankot village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 400.12 hectares. Kankot has a total population of 1,594 peoples, out of which male population is 842 while female population is 752. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 893 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kankot village is 66.50% out of which 74.58% males and 57.45% females are literate. There are about 292 houses in kankot village. Pincode of kankot village locality is 364060.
When it comes to administration, Kankot village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kankot village comes under Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency. Bhavnagar is nearest town to kankot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Kankot
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,594 | 842 | 752 |
| Literate Population | 1,060 | 628 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 534 | 214 | 320 |
Connectivity of Kankot
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kankot
Where is Kankot located?
Kankot village is situated in Ghogha Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankot?
Kankot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kankot?
The pincode of Kankot is 364060, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kankot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankot is 1,594, with 842 males and 752 females.
How many households are there in Kankot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kankot village has a total of 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankot is 66.50%. The male literacy rate is 74.58%, while the female literacy rate is 57.45%.