Kanka
About Kanka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kanka village is 378502. Kanka village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 502 hectares. Kanka has a total population of 1,770 peoples, out of which male population is 851 while female population is 919. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1079 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kanka village is 40.79% out of which 53.47% males and 29.05% females are literate. There are about 330 houses in kanka village. Pincode of kanka village locality is 833214.
Majhgaon is nearest town to kanka village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kanka
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,770 | 851 | 919 |
| Children (0-6) | 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 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 |
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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%.