Kanko
About Kanko
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kanko village is 350083. Kanko village is located in Chandwara subdivision of Kodarma district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chandwara (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Koderma. As per 2009 stats, Kanko village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 206 hectares. Kanko has a total population of 2,426 peoples, out of which male population is 1,291 while female population is 1,135. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 879 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kanko village is 59.32% out of which 71.49% males and 45.46% females are literate. There are about 426 houses in kanko village. Pincode of kanko village locality is 825409.
When it comes to administration, Kanko village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kanko village comes under Barkatha Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency. Jhumri Tilaiya is nearest town to kanko village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kanko
The population details of Kanko cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,426 | 1,291 | 1,135 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 402 | 207 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 805 | 427 | 378 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,439 | 923 | 516 |
| Illiterate Population | 987 | 368 | 619 |
Connectivity of Kanko
| 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 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kanko
Where is Kanko located?
Kanko village is situated in Chandwara Subdivision, within the Kodarma district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanko?
Kanko serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kanko?
The pincode of Kanko is 825409, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanko as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanko is 2,426, with 1,291 males and 1,135 females.
How many households are there in Kanko as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanko village has a total of 426 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanko as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanko is 59.32%. The male literacy rate is 71.49%, while the female literacy rate is 45.46%.