Kankada
Kankada is a village located in Shadhora tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Shadhora (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Kankda is the gram panchayat of Kankada village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankada unique in its vibrant Shadhora-Ashoknagar region. You’ll see Kankada’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 Kankada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankada is 500520. The village spans a total geographical area of 1270 hectares. Ashoknagar is nearest town to Kankada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Kankada
Population of Kankada
According to the 2011 Census, Kankada has a total population of about 1,305, with approximately 688 males and 617 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 334 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 22. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.62%, with male literacy at about 71.08% and female literacy near 46.84%. There are around 271 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,305 | 688 | 617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 100 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 334 | 165 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 778 | 489 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 199 | 328 |
Connectivity of Kankada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankada. As per the 2011 stats, Kankada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankada
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankada
- Where is Kankada located?
- Kankada village is situated in Shadhora Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankada is Kankda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kankada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankada is 1,305, with 688 males and 617 females.
- How many households are there in Kankada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankada village has a total of 271 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankada is 59.62%. The male literacy rate is 71.08%, while the female literacy rate is 46.84%.