Kanka
About Kanka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kanka village is 545924. Kanka village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 745.68 hectares. Kanka has a total population of 1,754 peoples, out of which male population is 867 while female population is 887. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1023 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kanka village is 66.76% out of which 74.63% males and 59.08% females are literate. There are about 345 houses in kanka village.
When it comes to administration, Kanka village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kanka village comes under Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency. Hingoli is nearest town to kanka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Kanka
The population details of Kanka cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,754 | 867 | 887 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 274 | 134 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 342 | 166 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 115 | 58 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 1,171 | 647 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 583 | 220 | 363 |
Connectivity of Kanka
| 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 |
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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%.