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 Mukhiya 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kakni village had a total population of 1,372 people, including 708 males and 664 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.91%, with male literacy at 85.32% and female literacy at 48.23%.
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 | 1,372 | 708 | 664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 163 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,372, including 708 males and 664 females.
How many households are there in Kakni?
Kakni had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kakni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakni was 66.91%. Male literacy was 85.32% and female literacy was 48.23%.