Kanko

Kanko is a village located in Baghmara Katras subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Bahmara (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Phatamahul is the gram panchayat of Kanko village.

Kanko has its own place in the vibrant Dhanbad 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 Kanko

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanko is 361483. The village spans a total geographical area of 153 hectares. Dhanbad is nearest town to Kanko village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kanko

Below is a concise population overview of Kanko as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,704 901 803
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 231 129 102
Scheduled Castes (SC) 220 105 115
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 81 46 35
Literate Population 1,044 642 402
Illiterate Population 660 259 401

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanko village:

  • The total population of Kanko village is around 1,704, including approximately 901 males and 803 females, with a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 231 children aged 0–6 years in Kanko village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanko village has 220 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 81 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanko village is about 61.27%, with male literacy at 71.25% and female literacy at 50.06%.
  • There are around 323 households in Kanko village.

Connectivity of Kanko

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanko. As per the 2011 stats, Kanko had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kanko

Knowing the nearby villages of Kanko helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanko.

Saldaha Balaitanr Barwadih Dharkiro Narayan Chak Lalchak Udalbani Khamargora Jamuatanr Gargaria Phatamahul

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanko

Where is Kanko located?
Kanko village is situated in Baghmara Katras Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanko?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanko is Phatamahul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kanko as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanko is 1,704, with 901 males and 803 females.
How many households are there in Kanko as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanko village has a total of 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanko as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanko is 61.27%. The male literacy rate is 71.25%, while the female literacy rate is 50.06%.