Kankana
Kankana is a village located in Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Mangrol (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Kankana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kankana unique in its vibrant Mangrol-Junagadh region. You’ll see Kankana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kankana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankana is 514788. The village spans a total geographical area of 483.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362225. Mangrol is nearest town to Kankana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kankana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kankana
Population of Kankana
According to the 2011 Census, Kankana has a total population of about 1,335, with approximately 693 males and 642 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 194 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 120 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 376. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.03%, with male literacy at about 67.53% and female literacy near 49.84%. There are around 211 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,335 | 693 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 99 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 65 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 376 | 193 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 788 | 468 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 225 | 322 |
Connectivity of Kankana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankana. As per the 2011 stats, Kankana 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankana
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankana
- Where is Kankana located?
- Kankana village is situated in Mangrol Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankana?
- Kankana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kankana?
- The pincode of Kankana is 362225, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankana is 1,335, with 693 males and 642 females.
- How many households are there in Kankana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankana village has a total of 211 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankana is 59.03%. The male literacy rate is 67.53%, while the female literacy rate is 49.84%.