Kanke Kalan
Kanke Kalan is a village located in Patan subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Medininagar. As per 2009 stats, Kanke Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanke Kalan unique in its vibrant Patan-Palamu region. You’ll see Kanke Kalan’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 Kanke Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanke Kalan is 365879. The village spans a total geographical area of 235 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822123. Patan is nearest town to Kanke Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kanke Kalan
Population of Kanke Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Kanke Kalan has a total population of about 2,276, with approximately 1,179 males and 1,097 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 386 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 472 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 368. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.64%, with male literacy at about 69.89% and female literacy near 52.78%. There are around 404 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanke Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,276 | 1,179 | 1,097 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 183 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 472 | 232 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 187 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 1,403 | 824 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 873 | 355 | 518 |
Connectivity of Kanke Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanke Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Kanke Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Kanke Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanke Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanke Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanke Kalan
- Where is Kanke Kalan located?
- Kanke Kalan village is situated in Patan Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanke Kalan?
- Kanke Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanke Kalan?
- The pincode of Kanke Kalan is 822123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanke Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanke Kalan is 2,276, with 1,179 males and 1,097 females.
- How many households are there in Kanke Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanke Kalan village has a total of 404 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanke Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanke Kalan is 61.64%. The male literacy rate is 69.89%, while the female literacy rate is 52.78%.