Kankarya - Chachaura, Guna
Kankarya is a village situated in the Chachaura tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chachaura and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Batawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankarya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankarya is 499827. The village covers a total geographical area of 337 hectares and falls under the 473115 pincode. Chachaura-binaganj is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kankarya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankarya
According to the 2011 Census, Kankarya village had a total population of 672 people, including 364 males and 308 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.02%, with male literacy at 61.89% and female literacy at 33.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 309.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 672 | 364 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 160 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 190 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 174 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Kankarya
Kankarya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Batawada | West | 2.25 km |
| Awalheda | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Kusumpura | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Lilweh Kalan | West | 3.90 km |
| Kari Karar | West | 4.25 km |
| Balbatpura | South-West | 4.74 km |
| Ratanpurya | South-West | 4.83 km |
| Jheenkni | West | 5.28 km |
| Sagodya | South-East | 5.30 km |
| Ghora Khera | South | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kankarya
Kankarya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ramri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chachaura-binaganj to Kankarya is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Kankarya is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankarya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankarya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kankarya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankarya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kankarya
Where is Kankarya located?
Kankarya village is located in Chachaura Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankarya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankarya is Batawada.
What is the pincode of Kankarya?
The pincode of Kankarya is 473115.
What is the population of Kankarya?
Kankarya had a total population of 672, including 364 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Kankarya?
Kankarya had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankarya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankarya was 49.02%. Male literacy was 61.89% and female literacy was 33.59%.