Kankai - Visavadar, Junagadh
Kankai is a village situated in the Visavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Visavadar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankai is 514668. The village falls under the 362130 pincode. Visavadar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankai
According to the 2011 Census, Kankai village had a total population of 53 people, including 31 males and 22 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 710 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.09%, with male literacy at 42.86% and female literacy at 18.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 19 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Kankai
Kankai 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 Kankai
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visavadar to Kankai is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Kankai is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Kankai
Where is Kankai located?
Kankai village is located in Visavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the pincode of Kankai?
The pincode of Kankai is 362130.
What is the population of Kankai?
Kankai had a total population of 53, including 31 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Kankai?
Kankai had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankai was 34.09%. Male literacy was 42.86% and female literacy was 18.75%.