Kanku

Kanku is a village located in Patamda subdivision of Purbi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Patamda (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Jamshedpur. As per 2009 stats, Orriya is the gram panchayat of Kanku village.

Kanku has its own place in the vibrant Purbi 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 Kanku

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanku is 363243. The village spans a total geographical area of 209 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832105. Patamda is nearest town to Kanku village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kanku

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 680 340 340
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 97 55 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 514 261 253
Literate Population 361 220 141
Illiterate Population 319 120 199

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

  • The total population of Kanku village is around 680, including approximately 340 males and 340 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Kanku village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanku village has 514 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanku village is about 53.09%, with male literacy at 64.71% and female literacy at 41.47%.
  • There are around 129 households in Kanku village.

Connectivity of Kanku

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanku. As per the 2011 stats, Kanku 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 Kanku

Knowing the nearby villages of Kanku helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanku.

Hutpathar Hurumbil Samarjobra Geruara Dandudih Uriya Raherdih Indatanr Bankuchia Teladih Or Kantagora Goalkata

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanku

Where is Kanku located?
Kanku village is situated in Patamda Subdivision, within the Purbi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanku?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanku is Orriya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kanku?
The pincode of Kanku is 832105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanku is 680, with 340 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Kanku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanku village has a total of 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanku as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanku is 53.09%. The male literacy rate is 64.71%, while the female literacy rate is 41.47%.