Kankaria Meena - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Kankaria Meena is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Kankariyamina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankaria Meena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankaria Meena is 480292. The village covers a total geographical area of 969.11 hectares and falls under the 465667 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Kankaria Meena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankaria Meena
According to the 2011 Census, Kankaria Meena village had a total population of 1,491 people, including 812 males and 679 females, living in 301 households. The sex ratio was 836 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.16%, with male literacy at 76.63% and female literacy at 47.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 235, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 1,491 | 812 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 136 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 123 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 799 | 518 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 692 | 294 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Kankaria Meena
Kankaria Meena 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 Meena
Kankaria Meena is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Narsinghgarh to Kankaria Meena is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Kankaria Meena is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankaria Meena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankaria Meena 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kankaria Meena
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 Meena 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kankaria Meena
Where is Kankaria Meena located?
Kankaria Meena village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kankaria Meena?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankaria Meena is Kankariyamina.
What is the pincode of Kankaria Meena?
The pincode of Kankaria Meena is 465667.
What is the population of Kankaria Meena?
Kankaria Meena had a total population of 1,491, including 812 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Kankaria Meena?
Kankaria Meena had 301 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankaria Meena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankaria Meena was 63.16%. Male literacy was 76.63% and female literacy was 47.71%.