Kanskel - Gudri, West Singhbhum
Kanskel is a village situated in the Gudri subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. Birkel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanskel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanskel is 376984. The village covers a total geographical area of 317 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Kanskel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanskel
As per Census 2011, Kanskel village has a total population of 580 people, consisting of 285 males and 295 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 179 literate and 401 illiterate residents. Additionally, 534 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanskel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 580 | 285 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 534 | 259 | 275 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 112 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 173 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Kanskel
Kanskel is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuingbanda | North | 1.22 km |
| Daimar | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Kichinda | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Saruda | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Salking | West | 3.16 km |
| Rajgaon | North | 3.21 km |
| Gudri | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Kamargaon | North | 4.36 km |
| Serengda | South-East | 4.72 km |
| Katinkel | South-East | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanskel
Public transport in the Kanskel is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Sal, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Kanskel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanskel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanskel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanskel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanskel
Where is Kanskel located?
Kanskel village is located in Gudri Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanskel?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanskel is Birkel.
What is the pincode of Kanskel?
The pincode of Kanskel is 833201.
What is the population of Kanskel?
Kanskel has a total population of 580, including 285 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Kanskel?
There are 109 households in Kanskel.
What is the literacy rate in Kanskel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanskel is 30.86%. Male literacy is 39.30% and female literacy is 22.71%.