Kankar
Kankar is a village located in Mungaoli tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Mungaoli (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Bamori Khutiya is the gram panchayat of Kankar village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankar unique in its vibrant Mungaoli-Ashoknagar region. You’ll see Kankar’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 Kankar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankar is 500728. The village spans a total geographical area of 317 hectares. Mungaoli is nearest town to Kankar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kankar
Population of Kankar
According to the 2011 Census, Kankar has a total population of about 682, with approximately 345 males and 337 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 120 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 129 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 58.06%, with male literacy at about 72.46% and female literacy near 43.32%. There are around 150 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 682 | 345 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 62 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 396 | 250 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 95 | 191 |
Connectivity of Kankar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankar. As per the 2011 stats, Kankar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankar
- Where is Kankar located?
- Kankar village is situated in Mungaoli Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankar is Bamori Khutiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankar is 682, with 345 males and 337 females.
- How many households are there in Kankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankar village has a total of 150 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankar is 58.06%. The male literacy rate is 72.46%, while the female literacy rate is 43.32%.