Kankraj

Kankraj is a village located in Badnawar tehsil of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Badnawar (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Dhar. As per 2009 stats, Kankraj village is also a gram panchayat.

Kankraj has its own place in the vibrant Dhar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kankraj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankraj is 474392. The village spans a total geographical area of 430.48 hectares. Badnawar is nearest town to Kankraj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Kankraj

Below is a concise population overview of Kankraj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,573 767 806
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 211 111 100
Scheduled Castes (SC) 108 49 59
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 491 230 261
Literate Population 979 570 409
Illiterate Population 594 197 397

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankraj village:

  • The total population of Kankraj village is around 1,573, including approximately 767 males and 806 females, with a sex ratio of 1050 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 211 children aged 0–6 years in Kankraj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kankraj village has 108 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 491 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kankraj village is about 62.24%, with male literacy at 74.32% and female literacy at 50.74%.
  • There are around 302 households in Kankraj village.

Connectivity of Kankraj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankraj. As per the 2011 stats, Kankraj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kankraj

Knowing the nearby villages of Kankraj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankraj.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kankraj

Where is Kankraj located?
Kankraj village is situated in Badnawar Tehsil, within the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankraj?
Kankraj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kankraj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankraj is 1,573, with 767 males and 806 females.
How many households are there in Kankraj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kankraj village has a total of 302 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankraj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankraj is 62.24%. The male literacy rate is 74.32%, while the female literacy rate is 50.74%.