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.

Kankra has its own place in the vibrant Sheopur 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 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.

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Population of Kankra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Kankra village is around 285, including approximately 158 males and 127 females, with a sex ratio of 803 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Kankra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kankra village has 198 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kankra village is about 36.84%, with male literacy at 46.20% and female literacy at 25.20%.
  • There are around 55 households in Kankra village.

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)
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.

Gadhla Budhera Dobh Simroniya Doondi Kheda Dubdee Saran Aharwani Madanpur Agra Bamoree Hasanpur

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%.