Kankraj
About Kankraj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kankraj village is 527555. Kankraj village is located in Parola tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Parola (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Kankaraj is the gram panchayat of Kankraj village.
The total geographical area of village is 684.8 hectares. Kankraj has a total population of 1,306 peoples, out of which male population is 695 while female population is 611. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 879 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kankraj village is 68.07% out of which 73.09% males and 62.36% females are literate. There are about 258 houses in kankraj village.
When it comes to administration, Kankraj 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, Kankraj village comes under Amalner Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jalgaon Lok Sabha constituency. Parola is nearest town to kankraj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Kankraj
The population details of Kankraj 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 | 1,306 | 695 | 611 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 155 | 93 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 264 | 136 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 889 | 508 | 381 |
| Illiterate Population | 417 | 187 | 230 |
Connectivity of Kankraj
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kankraj
Where is Kankraj located?
Kankraj village is situated in Parola Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankraj?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankraj is Kankaraj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kankraj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankraj is 1,306, with 695 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Kankraj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kankraj village has a total of 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankraj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankraj is 68.07%. The male literacy rate is 73.09%, while the female literacy rate is 62.36%.