Kankrale Village - Malegaon, Nashik
Kankrale is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Kankrale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankrale is 550184. The village covers a total geographical area of 2148 hectares and falls under the 423105 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kankrale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankrale
As per Census 2011, Kankrale village has a total population of 2,768 people, consisting of 1,435 males and 1,333 females. The village has 495 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 485 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,555 literate and 1,213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 791 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kankrale are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,768 | 1,435 | 1,333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 485 | 256 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 64 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 791 | 406 | 385 |
| Literate Population | 1,555 | 906 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,213 | 529 | 684 |
Nearby Villages of Kankrale
Kankrale is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tipe | West | 2.37 km |
| Kukane | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Mordar | West | 3.97 km |
| Nimshevadi | North-West | 4.36 km |
| Garbad | North | 4.65 km |
| Vadel | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Dabli | South | 5.57 km |
| Karanjgavhan | East | 6.13 km |
| Khakurdi | West | 6.54 km |
| Valwadi | North-West | 7.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kankrale
Kankrale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mohadi Pragane Laling, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malegaon to Kankrale is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Kankrale is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankrale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankrale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kankrale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankrale 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 Kankrale
Where is Kankrale located?
Kankrale village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankrale?
Kankrale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kankrale?
The pincode of Kankrale is 423105.
What is the population of Kankrale?
Kankrale has a total population of 2,768, including 1,435 males and 1,333 females.
How many households are there in Kankrale?
There are 495 households in Kankrale.
What is the literacy rate in Kankrale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankrale is 56.18%. Male literacy is 63.14% and female literacy is 48.69%.