Kankole
Kankole is a village located in Taliparamba taluka of Kannur district in Kerala, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Taliparamba (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Kannur. As per 2009 stats, Kankole Alapadamba is the gram panchayat of Kankole village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankole unique in its vibrant Taliparamba-Kannur region. You’ll see Kankole’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 Kankole
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankole is 627179. The village spans a total geographical area of 1677 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 670307. Payyannur is nearest town to Kankole village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kankole 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 Payyannur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kasaragod Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kankole
Population of Kankole
According to the 2011 Census, Kankole has a total population of about 10,665, with approximately 5,048 males and 5,617 females. The sex ratio is around 1112 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,056 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 649 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.94%, with male literacy at about 87.06% and female literacy near 83.03%. There are around 2,576 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankole's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,665 | 5,048 | 5,617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,056 | 544 | 512 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 649 | 316 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 9,059 | 4,395 | 4,664 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,606 | 653 | 953 |
Connectivity of Kankole
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankole. As per the 2011 stats, Kankole 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 Kankole
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankole helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankole.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankole
- Where is Kankole located?
- Kankole village is situated in Taliparamba Taluka, within the Kannur district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankole?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankole is Kankole Alapadamba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankole?
- The pincode of Kankole is 670307, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankole as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankole is 10,665, with 5,048 males and 5,617 females.
- How many households are there in Kankole as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankole village has a total of 2,576 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankole as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankole is 84.94%. The male literacy rate is 87.06%, while the female literacy rate is 83.03%.