Kankapur
Kankapur is a village located in Deola tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Deola (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Kankapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kankapur unique in its vibrant Deola-Nashik 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 549978. The village spans a total geographical area of 488 hectares. Satana is nearest town to Kankapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kankapur 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 Chandvad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kankapur
Population of Kankapur
According to the 2011 Census, Kankapur has a total population of about 1,410, with approximately 712 males and 698 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 201 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 200 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 213. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.74%, with male literacy at about 82.72% and female literacy near 70.63%. There are around 276 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 | 1,410 | 712 | 698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 101 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 94 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 213 | 108 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 1,082 | 589 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 123 | 205 |
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 Deola Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankapur?
- Kankapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kankapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankapur is 1,410, with 712 males and 698 females.
- How many households are there in Kankapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankapur village has a total of 276 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankapur is 76.74%. The male literacy rate is 82.72%, while the female literacy rate is 70.63%.