Kanka
Kanka is a village located in Hingoli tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Hingoli (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Kanka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanka unique in its vibrant Hingoli region. You’ll see Kanka’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 Kanka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanka is 545924. The village spans a total geographical area of 745.68 hectares. Hingoli is nearest town to Kanka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanka
Population of Kanka
According to the 2011 Census, Kanka has a total population of about 1,754, with approximately 867 males and 887 females. The sex ratio is around 1023 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 274 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 342 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 115. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.76%, with male literacy at about 74.63% and female literacy near 59.08%. There are around 345 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,754 | 867 | 887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 134 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 166 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 58 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 1,171 | 647 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 583 | 220 | 363 |
Connectivity of Kanka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanka. As per the 2011 stats, Kanka 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanka
- Where is Kanka located?
- Kanka village is situated in Hingoli Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanka?
- Kanka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kanka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanka is 1,754, with 867 males and 887 females.
- How many households are there in Kanka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanka village has a total of 345 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanka is 66.76%. The male literacy rate is 74.63%, while the female literacy rate is 59.08%.