Kankaria - Khilchipur, Rajgarh
Kankaria is a village situated in the Khilchipur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khilchipur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Kankariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankaria is 479210. The village covers a total geographical area of 903.08 hectares and falls under the 465689 pincode. Khilchipur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Kankaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khilchipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankaria
As per Census 2011, Kankaria village has a total population of 1,556 people, consisting of 815 males and 741 females. The village has 375 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 740 literate and 816 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kankaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,556 | 815 | 741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 117 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 740 | 477 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 816 | 338 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Kankaria
Kankaria 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 Kankaria
Kankaria is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khilchipur to Kankaria is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Kankaria is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kankaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankaria 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 Kankaria
Where is Kankaria located?
Kankaria village is located in Khilchipur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankaria is Kankariya.
What is the pincode of Kankaria?
The pincode of Kankaria is 465689.
What is the population of Kankaria?
Kankaria has a total population of 1,556, including 815 males and 741 females.
How many households are there in Kankaria?
There are 375 households in Kankaria.
What is the literacy rate in Kankaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankaria is 47.56%. Male literacy is 58.53% and female literacy is 35.49%.