Kankari
Kankari is a village located in Chainpur subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Chainpur (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Palamu. As per 2009 stats, Kankari village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kankari unique in its vibrant Chainpur-Palamu region. You’ll see Kankari’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kankari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankari is 366780. The village spans a total geographical area of 435 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822101. Chainpur is nearest town to Kankari village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kankari
Population of Kankari
According to the 2011 Census, Kankari has a total population of about 5,117, with approximately 2,656 males and 2,461 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 960 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 745 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.28%, with male literacy at about 47.74% and female literacy near 28.08%. There are around 966 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,117 | 2,656 | 2,461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 960 | 483 | 477 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 745 | 382 | 363 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,959 | 1,268 | 691 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,158 | 1,388 | 1,770 |
Connectivity of Kankari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankari. As per the 2011 stats, Kankari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankari
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankari
- Where is Kankari located?
- Kankari village is situated in Chainpur Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankari?
- Kankari serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kankari?
- The pincode of Kankari is 822101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankari is 5,117, with 2,656 males and 2,461 females.
- How many households are there in Kankari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankari village has a total of 966 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankari is 38.28%. The male literacy rate is 47.74%, while the female literacy rate is 28.08%.