Kankanawadi
Kankanawadi is a village located in Jamkhandi taluka of Bagalkot district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Jamkhandi (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Bagalkot. As per 2009 stats, Kankanwadi is the gram panchayat of Kankanawadi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankanawadi unique in its vibrant Jamkhandi-Bagalkot region. You’ll see Kankanawadi’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 Kankanawadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankanawadi is 598428. The village spans a total geographical area of 1497.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 587119. Jamkhandi is nearest town to Kankanawadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kankanawadi
Population of Kankanawadi
According to the 2011 Census, Kankanawadi has a total population of about 3,391, with approximately 1,709 males and 1,682 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 545 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 515 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.04%, with male literacy at about 54.94% and female literacy near 45.07%. There are around 638 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankanawadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,391 | 1,709 | 1,682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 545 | 290 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 515 | 252 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,697 | 939 | 758 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,694 | 770 | 924 |
Connectivity of Kankanawadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankanawadi. As per the 2011 stats, Kankanawadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankanawadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankanawadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankanawadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankanawadi
- Where is Kankanawadi located?
- Kankanawadi village is situated in Jamkhandi Taluka, within the Bagalkot district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankanawadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankanawadi is Kankanwadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankanawadi?
- The pincode of Kankanawadi is 587119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankanawadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankanawadi is 3,391, with 1,709 males and 1,682 females.
- How many households are there in Kankanawadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankanawadi village has a total of 638 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankanawadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankanawadi is 50.04%. The male literacy rate is 54.94%, while the female literacy rate is 45.07%.