Tankara
Tankara is a village located in Tankara taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 65km away from district headquarter Tankara. Tankara is the sub-district headquarter of Tankara village. As per 2009 stats, Tankara village is also a gram panchayat.
Tankara has its own place in the vibrant Rajkot region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Tankara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tankara is 512731. The village spans a total geographical area of 3438 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363650. Maliya is nearest town to Tankara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Tankara
Population of Tankara
Below is a concise population overview of Tankara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,421 | 5,831 | 5,590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,565 | 823 | 742 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 582 | 310 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 43 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 7,411 | 4,104 | 3,307 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,010 | 1,727 | 2,283 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tankara village:
- The total population of Tankara village is around 11,421, including approximately 5,831 males and 5,590 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,565 children aged 0–6 years in Tankara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tankara village has 582 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 89 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tankara village is about 64.89%, with male literacy at 70.38% and female literacy at 59.16%.
- There are around 2,244 households in Tankara village.
Connectivity of Tankara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tankara. As per the 2011 stats, Tankara 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 Tankara
Knowing the nearby villages of Tankara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tankara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tankara
- Where is Tankara located?
- Tankara village is situated in Tankara Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tankara?
- Tankara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tankara?
- The pincode of Tankara is 363650, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tankara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tankara is 11,421, with 5,831 males and 5,590 females.
- How many households are there in Tankara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tankara village has a total of 2,244 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tankara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tankara is 64.89%. The male literacy rate is 70.38%, while the female literacy rate is 59.16%.