Kankar
Kankar is a village located in Kurwai tehsil of Vidisha district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kurwai (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter Vidisha. As per 2009 stats, Kankar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kankar unique in its vibrant Kurwai-Vidisha 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 480946. The village spans a total geographical area of 427.53 hectares. Kurwai is nearest town to Kankar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kankar
Population of Kankar
According to the 2011 Census, Kankar has a total population of about 882, with approximately 437 males and 445 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 174 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 288 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 266. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.90%, with male literacy at about 62.70% and female literacy near 49.21%. There are around 179 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 | 882 | 437 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 90 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 137 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 266 | 129 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 274 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 163 | 226 |
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 - 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 Kurwai Tehsil, within the Vidisha 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 population of Kankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankar is 882, with 437 males and 445 females.
- How many households are there in Kankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankar village has a total of 179 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankar is 55.90%. The male literacy rate is 62.70%, while the female literacy rate is 49.21%.