Kanka
Kanka is a village located in Majhgaon subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 46km away from sub-district headquarter Majhgaon (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Adhikari is the gram panchayat of Kanka village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanka unique in its vibrant Majhgaon-Pashchimi Singhbhum region. You’ll see Kanka’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 Kanka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanka is 378502. The village spans a total geographical area of 502 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833214. Majhgaon is nearest town to Kanka village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kanka
Population of Kanka
According to the 2011 Census, Kanka has a total population of about 1,770, with approximately 851 males and 919 females. The sex ratio is around 1079 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 326 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,513. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.79%, with male literacy at about 53.47% and female literacy near 29.05%. There are around 330 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,770 | 851 | 919 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 158 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,513 | 733 | 780 |
| Literate Population | 722 | 455 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,048 | 396 | 652 |
Connectivity of Kanka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanka. As per the 2011 stats, Kanka 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanka
- Where is Kanka located?
- Kanka village is situated in Majhgaon Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanka is Adhikari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanka?
- The pincode of Kanka is 833214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanka is 1,770, with 851 males and 919 females.
- How many households are there in Kanka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanka village has a total of 330 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanka is 40.79%. The male literacy rate is 53.47%, while the female literacy rate is 29.05%.