Kankadi
Kankadi is a village located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 82km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kankadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kankadi unique in its vibrant Sangameshwar-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Kankadi’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 Kankadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankadi is 565848. The village spans a total geographical area of 1239.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415801. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Kankadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kankadi 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 Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kankadi
Population of Kankadi
According to the 2011 Census, Kankadi has a total population of about 1,779, with approximately 812 males and 967 females. The sex ratio is around 1190 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 156 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.78%, with male literacy at about 73.89% and female literacy near 51.60%. There are around 444 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,779 | 812 | 967 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 75 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,099 | 600 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 680 | 212 | 468 |
Connectivity of Kankadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankadi. As per the 2011 stats, Kankadi 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 Kankadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankadi
- Where is Kankadi located?
- Kankadi village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankadi?
- Kankadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kankadi?
- The pincode of Kankadi is 415801, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankadi is 1,779, with 812 males and 967 females.
- How many households are there in Kankadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankadi village has a total of 444 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankadi is 61.78%. The male literacy rate is 73.89%, while the female literacy rate is 51.60%.