Kankasa
Kankasa is a village located in Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Mangrol (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Kankasa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kankasa unique in its vibrant Mangrol-Junagadh region. You’ll see Kankasa’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 Kankasa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankasa is 514810. The village spans a total geographical area of 813.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362225. Mangrol is nearest town to Kankasa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kankasa 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 Kankasa
Population of Kankasa
According to the 2011 Census, Kankasa has a total population of about 2,121, with approximately 1,104 males and 1,017 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 225 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 190 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 158. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.16%, with male literacy at about 73.37% and female literacy near 56.24%. There are around 360 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankasa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,121 | 1,104 | 1,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 124 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 100 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 76 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 1,382 | 810 | 572 |
| Illiterate Population | 739 | 294 | 445 |
Connectivity of Kankasa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankasa. As per the 2011 stats, Kankasa 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankasa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankasa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankasa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankasa
- Where is Kankasa located?
- Kankasa village is situated in Mangrol Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankasa?
- Kankasa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kankasa?
- The pincode of Kankasa is 362225, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankasa is 2,121, with 1,104 males and 1,017 females.
- How many households are there in Kankasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankasa village has a total of 360 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankasa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankasa is 65.16%. The male literacy rate is 73.37%, while the female literacy rate is 56.24%.