Kankote
Kankote is a village located in Haveli tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Haveli (tehsildar office) and 3km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Kankote village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kankote unique in its vibrant Haveli-Punch region. You’ll see Kankote’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 Kankote
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankote is 001115. The village spans a total geographical area of 197 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185101. Punch is nearest town to Kankote village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Kankote
Population of Kankote
According to the 2011 Census, Kankote has a total population of about 756, with approximately 393 males and 363 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 139 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 338. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.84%, with male literacy at about 63.36% and female literacy near 43.53%. There are around 152 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankote's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 756 | 393 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 66 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 338 | 175 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 249 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 144 | 205 |
Connectivity of Kankote
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankote. As per the 2011 stats, Kankote 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankote
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankote helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankote.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankote
- Where is Kankote located?
- Kankote village is situated in Haveli Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankote?
- Kankote serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kankote?
- The pincode of Kankote is 185101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankote as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankote is 756, with 393 males and 363 females.
- How many households are there in Kankote as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankote village has a total of 152 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankote as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankote is 53.84%. The male literacy rate is 63.36%, while the female literacy rate is 43.53%.