Kakni - Tisri, Giridih
Kakni is a village situated in the Tisri subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tisri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Sindho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kakni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakni is 350523. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 815317 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Kakni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kakni
As per Census 2011, Kakni village has a total population of 1,372 people, consisting of 708 males and 664 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 724 literate and 648 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kakni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,372 | 708 | 664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 163 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 465 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 243 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Kakni
Kakni 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 Kakni
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kakni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Kakni is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kakni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kakni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kakni
Where is Kakni located?
Kakni village is located in Tisri Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kakni?
The Gram Panchayat of Kakni is Sindho.
What is the pincode of Kakni?
The pincode of Kakni is 815317.
What is the population of Kakni?
Kakni has a total population of 1,372, including 708 males and 664 females.
How many households are there in Kakni?
There are 211 households in Kakni.
What is the literacy rate in Kakni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakni is 52.77%. Male literacy is 65.68% and female literacy is 39.01%.