Kankapur
Kankapur is a village located in Sangamner tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sangamner (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Kanakpur is the gram panchayat of Kankapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankapur unique in its vibrant Sangamner-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Kankapur’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 Kankapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankapur is 557371. The village spans a total geographical area of 205.6 hectares. Sangamner is nearest town to Kankapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kankapur village comes under Shirdi assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kankapur
Population of Kankapur
According to the 2011 Census, Kankapur has a total population of about 922, with approximately 492 males and 430 females. The sex ratio is around 873 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 103 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 240. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.31%, with male literacy at about 74.39% and female literacy near 63.49%. There are around 174 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 922 | 492 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 61 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 131 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 366 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 126 | 157 |
Connectivity of Kankapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankapur. As per the 2011 stats, Kankapur 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankapur
- Where is Kankapur located?
- Kankapur village is situated in Sangamner Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankapur is Kanakpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kankapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankapur is 922, with 492 males and 430 females.
- How many households are there in Kankapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankapur village has a total of 174 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankapur is 69.31%. The male literacy rate is 74.39%, while the female literacy rate is 63.49%.