Kankot - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Kankot is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Kankot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankot is 516289. The village covers a total geographical area of 400.12 hectares and falls under the 364060 pincode. Bhavnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kankot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankot
According to the 2011 Census, Kankot village had a total population of 1,594 people, including 842 males and 752 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.48%, with male literacy at 86.15% and female literacy at 65.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 1,594 | 842 | 752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 113 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,060 | 628 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 534 | 214 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Kankot
Kankot 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 Kankot
Public transport in the Kankot is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhavnagar to Kankot is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kankot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kankot
Where is Kankot located?
Kankot village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kankot?
Kankot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kankot?
The pincode of Kankot is 364060.
What is the population of Kankot?
Kankot had a total population of 1,594, including 842 males and 752 females.
How many households are there in Kankot?
Kankot had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankot was 76.48%. Male literacy was 86.15% and female literacy was 65.75%.