Kankar

Kankar is a village located in Agar tehsil of Shajapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Agar (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Shajapur. As per 2009 stats, Palkhedi is the gram panchayat of Kankar village.

Kankar has its own place in the vibrant Shajapur 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 Kankar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankar is 472528. The village spans a total geographical area of 481.42 hectares. Agar is nearest town to Kankar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Kankar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 464 239 225
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 76 41 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) 296 149 147
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 343 183 160
Illiterate Population 121 56 65

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

  • The total population of Kankar village is around 464, including approximately 239 males and 225 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Kankar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kankar village has 296 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kankar village is about 73.92%, with male literacy at 76.57% and female literacy at 71.11%.
  • There are around 107 households in Kankar village.

Connectivity of Kankar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankar. As per the 2011 stats, Kankar 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 Kankar

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

Dhoti Pura Sahabnagar Jamuniya Pal Khedi Jogpura Pithya Umariya Deoda Kachnariya Lingoda Malwasa Sumra Khedi

Frequently Asked Questions about Kankar

Where is Kankar located?
Kankar village is situated in Agar Tehsil, within the Shajapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankar is Palkhedi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kankar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankar is 464, with 239 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Kankar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kankar village has a total of 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankar is 73.92%. The male literacy rate is 76.57%, while the female literacy rate is 71.11%.