Chota Kankra
Chota Kankra is a village located in Adityapur subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Adityapur (gamharia) (tehsildar office) and 1km away from district headquarter Seraikela. As per 2009 stats, Barakankra is the gram panchayat of Chota Kankra village.
Here you can discover what makes Chota Kankra unique in its vibrant Adityapur-Saraikela Kharsawan region. You’ll see Chota Kankra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chota Kankra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chota Kankra is 379233. The village spans a total geographical area of 57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833219. Adityapur is nearest town to Chota Kankra village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chota Kankra 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 Saraikella 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 Chota Kankra
Population of Chota Kankra
According to the 2011 Census, Chota Kankra has a total population of about 232, with approximately 123 males and 109 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.50%, with male literacy at about 74.80% and female literacy near 48.62%. There are around 55 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chota Kankra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 232 | 123 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 15 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 92 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 31 | 56 |
Connectivity of Chota Kankra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chota Kankra. As per the 2011 stats, Chota Kankra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chota Kankra
Knowing the nearby villages of Chota Kankra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chota Kankra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chota Kankra
- Where is Chota Kankra located?
- Chota Kankra village is situated in Adityapur Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chota Kankra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chota Kankra is Barakankra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chota Kankra?
- The pincode of Chota Kankra is 833219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chota Kankra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chota Kankra is 232, with 123 males and 109 females.
- How many households are there in Chota Kankra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chota Kankra village has a total of 55 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chota Kankra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chota Kankra is 62.50%. The male literacy rate is 74.80%, while the female literacy rate is 48.62%.