Kankot
About Kankot
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kankot village is 516785. Kankot village is located in Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Mahuva (tehsildar office) and 118km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Kankot village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 271.77 hectares. Kankot has a total population of 556 peoples, out of which male population is 297 while female population is 259. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 872 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kankot village is 67.45% out of which 80.81% males and 52.12% females are literate. There are about 82 houses in kankot village. Pincode of kankot village locality is 364290.
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 Mahuva Vidhan Sabha constituency & Amreli Lok Sabha constituency. Mahuva is nearest town to kankot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
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Population of Kankot
The population details of Kankot cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 556 | 297 | 259 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 375 | 240 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 57 | 124 |
Connectivity of Kankot
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kankot
Where is Kankot located?
Kankot village is situated in Mahuva 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 364290, 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 556, with 297 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Kankot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kankot village has a total of 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankot is 67.45%. The male literacy rate is 80.81%, while the female literacy rate is 52.12%.