Kankata
Kankata is a village located in Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Saraiyahat (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Gadijhopa is the gram panchayat of Kankata village.
Kankata has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Kankata
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankata is 369284. The village spans a total geographical area of 148 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814151. Deoghar is nearest town to Kankata village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kankata
Below is a concise population overview of Kankata as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 613 | 333 | 280 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 71 | 36 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 164 | 93 | 71 |
Illiterate Population | 449 | 240 | 209 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankata village:
- The total population of Kankata village is around 613, including approximately 333 males and 280 females, with a sex ratio of 840 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 107 children aged 0–6 years in Kankata village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Kankata village is about 26.75%, with male literacy at 27.93% and female literacy at 25.36%.
- There are around 108 households in Kankata village.
Connectivity of Kankata
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankata. As per the 2011 stats, Kankata had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankata
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankata helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankata.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankata
- Where is Kankata located?
- Kankata village is situated in Saraiyahat Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankata?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankata is Gadijhopa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankata?
- The pincode of Kankata is 814151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankata as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankata is 613, with 333 males and 280 females.
- How many households are there in Kankata as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankata village has a total of 108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankata as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankata is 26.75%. The male literacy rate is 27.93%, while the female literacy rate is 25.36%.