Kankoa
Kankoa is a village located in Sonua subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Sonua (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Pashchimi Singhbhum. As per 2009 stats, Dewanbir is the gram panchayat of Kankoa village.
Kankoa 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 Kankoa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankoa is 376847. The village spans a total geographical area of 325 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833102. Sonua is nearest town to Kankoa village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kankoa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kankoa
Population of Kankoa
Below is a concise population overview of Kankoa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,565 | 762 | 803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 133 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,450 | 707 | 743 |
| Literate Population | 727 | 461 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 838 | 301 | 537 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankoa village:
- The total population of Kankoa village is around 1,565, including approximately 762 males and 803 females, with a sex ratio of 1053 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 299 children aged 0–6 years in Kankoa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kankoa village has 1,450 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kankoa village is about 46.45%, with male literacy at 60.50% and female literacy at 33.13%.
- There are around 288 households in Kankoa village.
Connectivity of Kankoa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankoa. As per the 2011 stats, Kankoa 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 Kankoa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankoa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankoa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankoa
- Where is Kankoa located?
- Kankoa village is situated in Sonua Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankoa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankoa is Dewanbir (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankoa?
- The pincode of Kankoa is 833102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankoa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankoa is 1,565, with 762 males and 803 females.
- How many households are there in Kankoa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankoa village has a total of 288 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankoa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankoa is 46.45%. The male literacy rate is 60.50%, while the female literacy rate is 33.13%.