Kankra
Kankra is a village located in Karahal tehsil of Sheopur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Karahal (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Sheopur. As per 2009 stats, Chitara is the gram panchayat of Kankra village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankra unique in its vibrant Karahal-Sheopur region. You’ll see Kankra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kankra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankra is 451837. The village spans a total geographical area of 733 hectares. Sheopur is nearest town to Kankra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 66km away.
Google Map of Kankra
Population of Kankra
According to the 2011 Census, Kankra has a total population of about 285, with approximately 158 males and 127 females. The sex ratio is around 803 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 72 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 198. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.84%, with male literacy at about 46.20% and female literacy near 25.20%. There are around 55 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 285 | 158 | 127 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 109 | 89 |
Literate Population | 105 | 73 | 32 |
Illiterate Population | 180 | 85 | 95 |
Connectivity of Kankra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankra. As per the 2011 stats, Kankra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankra
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankra
- Where is Kankra located?
- Kankra village is situated in Karahal Tehsil, within the Sheopur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankra is Chitara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kankra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankra is 285, with 158 males and 127 females.
- How many households are there in Kankra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankra village has a total of 55 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankra is 36.84%. The male literacy rate is 46.20%, while the female literacy rate is 25.20%.