Kankatta
Kankatta is a village located in Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Jarmundi (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Petsar is the gram panchayat of Kankatta village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankatta unique in its vibrant Jarmundi-Dumka region. You’ll see Kankatta’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 Kankatta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankatta is 369838. The village spans a total geographical area of 2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814145. Dumka is nearest town to Kankatta village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kankatta
Population of Kankatta
According to the 2011 Census, Kankatta has a total population of about 33, with approximately 20 males and 13 females. The sex ratio is around 650 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.70%, with male literacy at about 90.00% and female literacy near 38.46%. There are around 9 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankatta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 23 | 18 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 2 | 8 |
Connectivity of Kankatta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankatta. As per the 2011 stats, Kankatta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankatta
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankatta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankatta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankatta
- Where is Kankatta located?
- Kankatta village is situated in Jarmundi Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankatta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankatta is Petsar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankatta?
- The pincode of Kankatta is 814145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankatta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankatta is 33, with 20 males and 13 females.
- How many households are there in Kankatta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankatta village has a total of 9 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankatta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankatta is 69.70%. The male literacy rate is 90.00%, while the female literacy rate is 38.46%.