Kakra
Kakra is a village located in Namkum subdivision of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Namkum (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Ranchi. As per 2009 stats, Huwanghatu is the gram panchayat of Kakra village.
Kakra has its own place in the vibrant Ranchi 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 Kakra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kakra is 374029. The village spans a total geographical area of 702.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 834010. Namkum is nearest town to Kakra village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kakra 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 Khijri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kakra
Population of Kakra
Below is a concise population overview of Kakra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 882 | 443 | 439 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 61 | 65 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 742 | 370 | 372 |
Literate Population | 396 | 243 | 153 |
Illiterate Population | 486 | 200 | 286 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kakra village:
- The total population of Kakra village is around 882, including approximately 443 males and 439 females, with a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 126 children aged 0–6 years in Kakra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kakra village has 742 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kakra village is about 44.90%, with male literacy at 54.85% and female literacy at 34.85%.
- There are around 164 households in Kakra village.
Connectivity of Kakra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kakra. As per the 2011 stats, Kakra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kakra
Knowing the nearby villages of Kakra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kakra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kakra
- Where is Kakra located?
- Kakra village is situated in Namkum Subdivision, within the Ranchi district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kakra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kakra is Huwanghatu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kakra?
- The pincode of Kakra is 834010, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kakra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kakra is 882, with 443 males and 439 females.
- How many households are there in Kakra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kakra village has a total of 164 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kakra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kakra is 44.90%. The male literacy rate is 54.85%, while the female literacy rate is 34.85%.