Kankanwad
Kankanwad is a village located in Shiggaon taluka of Haveri district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Shiggaon (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Haveri. As per 2009 stats, Hanumarahalli is the gram panchayat of Kankanwad village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankanwad unique in its vibrant Shiggaon-Haveri region. You’ll see Kankanwad’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 Kankanwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankanwad is 603935. The village spans a total geographical area of 250.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581205. Shiggaon is nearest town to Kankanwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Kankanwad
Population of Kankanwad
According to the 2011 Census, Kankanwad has a total population of about 335, with approximately 173 males and 162 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 44 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 55 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 19. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.96%, with male literacy at about 72.25% and female literacy near 65.43%. There are around 66 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankanwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 335 | 173 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 125 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 48 | 56 |
Connectivity of Kankanwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankanwad. As per the 2011 stats, Kankanwad 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankanwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankanwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankanwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankanwad
- Where is Kankanwad located?
- Kankanwad village is situated in Shiggaon Taluka, within the Haveri district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankanwad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankanwad is Hanumarahalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankanwad?
- The pincode of Kankanwad is 581205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankanwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankanwad is 335, with 173 males and 162 females.
- How many households are there in Kankanwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankanwad village has a total of 66 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankanwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankanwad is 68.96%. The male literacy rate is 72.25%, while the female literacy rate is 65.43%.