Kankjol

Kankjol is a village located in Barharwa subdivision of Sahibganj district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Barharwa (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Sahibganj. As per 2009 stats, Dariyapur is the gram panchayat of Kankjol village.

Kankjol has its own place in the vibrant Sahibganj 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 Kankjol

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankjol is 359566. The village spans a total geographical area of 143 hectares. Barharwa is nearest town to Kankjol village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kankjol

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,501 1,247 1,254
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 547 279 268
Scheduled Castes (SC) 297 155 142
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,089 588 501
Illiterate Population 1,412 659 753

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

  • The total population of Kankjol village is around 2,501, including approximately 1,247 males and 1,254 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 547 children aged 0–6 years in Kankjol village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kankjol village has 297 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kankjol village is about 43.54%, with male literacy at 47.15% and female literacy at 39.95%.
  • There are around 514 households in Kankjol village.

Connectivity of Kankjol

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

Nearby Villages of Kankjol

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

Kishunapur Autgram Jalalpur Kishnapur Maheshghati Mirzapur Srikunth Sriballabhpur Harihara Srikantpara Jamalpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Kankjol

Where is Kankjol located?
Kankjol village is situated in Barharwa Subdivision, within the Sahibganj district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankjol?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankjol is Dariyapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kankjol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankjol is 2,501, with 1,247 males and 1,254 females.
How many households are there in Kankjol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kankjol village has a total of 514 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankjol as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankjol is 43.54%. The male literacy rate is 47.15%, while the female literacy rate is 39.95%.