Kankuri
Kankuri is a village located in Rahta tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Rahta (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Kankuri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kankuri unique in its vibrant Rahta-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Kankuri’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 Kankuri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankuri is 557577. The village spans a total geographical area of 389 hectares. Shirdi is nearest town to Kankuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kankuri village comes under Shirdi assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kankuri
Population of Kankuri
According to the 2011 Census, Kankuri has a total population of about 1,720, with approximately 873 males and 847 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 234 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 141 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 304. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.97%, with male literacy at about 75.26% and female literacy near 60.45%. There are around 345 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankuri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,720 | 873 | 847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 118 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 70 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 154 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 1,169 | 657 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 216 | 335 |
Connectivity of Kankuri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankuri. As per the 2011 stats, Kankuri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankuri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankuri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankuri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankuri
- Where is Kankuri located?
- Kankuri village is situated in Rahta Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankuri?
- Kankuri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kankuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankuri is 1,720, with 873 males and 847 females.
- How many households are there in Kankuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankuri village has a total of 345 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankuri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankuri is 67.97%. The male literacy rate is 75.26%, while the female literacy rate is 60.45%.