Kankar
Kankar is a village located in Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 67km away from district headquarter Narwar. Narwar is the sub-district headquarter of Kankar village. As per 2009 stats, Kankar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kankar unique in its vibrant Narwar-Shivpuri region. You’ll see Kankar’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 Kankar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankar is 455528. The village spans a total geographical area of 883.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 435820. Shivpuri is nearest town to Kankar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 57km away.
Google Map of Kankar
Population of Kankar
According to the 2011 Census, Kankar has a total population of about 2,467, with approximately 1,346 males and 1,121 females. The sex ratio is around 832 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 397 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 803 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.29%, with male literacy at about 64.12% and female literacy near 38.09%. There are around 397 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,467 | 1,346 | 1,121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 209 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 803 | 438 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,290 | 863 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,177 | 483 | 694 |
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 10+ 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankar
- Where is Kankar located?
- Kankar village is situated in Narwar Tehsil, within the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankar?
- Kankar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kankar?
- The pincode of Kankar is 435820, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankar is 2,467, with 1,346 males and 1,121 females.
- How many households are there in Kankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankar village has a total of 397 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankar is 52.29%. The male literacy rate is 64.12%, while the female literacy rate is 38.09%.