Kankasa - Mangrol, Junagadh
Kankasa is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Kankasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankasa is 514810. The village covers a total geographical area of 813.39 hectares and falls under the 362225 pincode. Mangrol is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kankasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankasa
As per Census 2011, Kankasa village has a total population of 2,121 people, consisting of 1,104 males and 1,017 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,382 literate and 739 illiterate residents. Additionally, 190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kankasa are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kankasa
Kankasa 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 Kankasa
Kankasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Mangrol to Kankasa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Kankasa is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kankasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kankasa
Where is Kankasa located?
Kankasa village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankasa?
Kankasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kankasa?
The pincode of Kankasa is 362225.
What is the population of Kankasa?
Kankasa has a total population of 2,121, including 1,104 males and 1,017 females.
How many households are there in Kankasa?
There are 360 households in Kankasa.
What is the literacy rate in Kankasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankasa is 65.16%. Male literacy is 73.37% and female literacy is 56.24%.