Kankalamal - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Kankalamal is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Kankalamaal serves as the Village Panchayat for Kankalamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankalamal is 525097. The village covers a total geographical area of 796.8 hectares and falls under the 425452 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Kankalamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankalamal
According to the 2011 Census, Kankalamal village had a total population of 1,725 people, including 896 males and 829 females, living in 288 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.04%, with male literacy at 59.46% and female literacy at 52.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,722.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,725 | 896 | 829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 156 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,722 | 893 | 829 |
| Literate Population | 793 | 440 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 932 | 456 | 476 |
Nearby Villages of Kankalamal
Kankalamal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kankalamal
Kankalamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talode to Kankalamal is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Kankalamal is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankalamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankalamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kankalamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankalamal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kankalamal
Where is Kankalamal located?
Kankalamal village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kankalamal?
The Village Panchayat of Kankalamal is Kankalamaal.
What is the pincode of Kankalamal?
The pincode of Kankalamal is 425452.
What is the population of Kankalamal?
Kankalamal had a total population of 1,725, including 896 males and 829 females.
How many households are there in Kankalamal?
Kankalamal had 288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankalamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankalamal was 56.04%. Male literacy was 59.46% and female literacy was 52.30%.