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.

Kanka has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum 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 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.

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Population of Kanka

Below is a concise population overview of Kanka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanka village:

  • The total population of Kanka village is around 1,770, including approximately 851 males and 919 females, with a sex ratio of 1079 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 326 children aged 0–6 years in Kanka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanka village has 1,513 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanka village is about 40.79%, with male literacy at 53.47% and female literacy at 29.05%.
  • There are around 330 households in Kanka village.

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.

Sapramgutu Mahalipokhar Jamarposi Angarpada Rotebasang Adhakari Damdarsai Harua Khaman Khajuria Pandki Parsa

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%.