Kankardehi - Majholi, Jabalpur
Kankardehi is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Kakerdehi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankardehi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankardehi is 489212. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.16 hectares and falls under the 483336 pincode. Majholi is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Kankardehi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankardehi
According to the 2011 Census, Kankardehi village had a total population of 2,046 people, including 1,074 males and 972 females, living in 508 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.63%, with male literacy at 76.45% and female literacy at 62.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 757, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 343.
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 | 2,046 | 1,074 | 972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 161 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 757 | 386 | 371 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 343 | 185 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 1,215 | 698 | 517 |
| Illiterate Population | 831 | 376 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Kankardehi
Kankardehi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kankardehi
Kankardehi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Majholi to Kankardehi is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Kankardehi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankardehi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankardehi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kankardehi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankardehi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kankardehi
Where is Kankardehi located?
Kankardehi village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankardehi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankardehi is Kakerdehi.
What is the pincode of Kankardehi?
The pincode of Kankardehi is 483336.
What is the population of Kankardehi?
Kankardehi had a total population of 2,046, including 1,074 males and 972 females.
How many households are there in Kankardehi?
Kankardehi had 508 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankardehi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankardehi was 69.63%. Male literacy was 76.45% and female literacy was 62.14%.