Kankatta - Jarmundi, Dumka
Kankatta is a village situated in the Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jarmundi and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Petsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankatta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankatta is 369838. The village covers a total geographical area of 2 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Kankatta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kankatta
According to the 2011 Census, Kankatta village had a total population of 33 people, including 20 males and 13 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 650 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.19%, with male literacy at 94.74% and female literacy at 41.67%.
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 | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 18 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 2 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Kankatta
Kankatta 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 Kankatta
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kankatta. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kankatta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Kankatta is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankatta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kankatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankatta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kankatta
Where is Kankatta located?
Kankatta village is located in Jarmundi Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankatta?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankatta is Petsar.
What is the pincode of Kankatta?
The pincode of Kankatta is 814145.
What is the population of Kankatta?
Kankatta had a total population of 33, including 20 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Kankatta?
Kankatta had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankatta was 74.19%. Male literacy was 94.74% and female literacy was 41.67%.