Kanko
Kanko is a village 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.
Kanko has its own place in the vibrant Kodarma 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 Kanko
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanko is 350083. The village spans a total geographical area of 206 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825409. Jhumri Tilaiya is nearest town to Kanko village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kanko village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barkatha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanko
Population of Kanko
Below is a concise population overview of Kanko 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 | 2,426 | 1,291 | 1,135 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 207 | 195 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 805 | 427 | 378 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,439 | 923 | 516 |
Illiterate Population | 987 | 368 | 619 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanko village:
- The total population of Kanko village is around 2,426, including approximately 1,291 males and 1,135 females, with a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 402 children aged 0–6 years in Kanko village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanko village has 805 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kanko village is about 59.32%, with male literacy at 71.49% and female literacy at 45.46%.
- There are around 426 households in Kanko village.
Connectivity of Kanko
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanko. As per the 2011 stats, Kanko 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanko
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanko helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanko.
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%.