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.
Kankadi has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Kankadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankadi village:
- The total population of Kankadi village is around 1,779, including approximately 812 males and 967 females, with a sex ratio of 1190 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 156 children aged 0–6 years in Kankadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Kankadi village is about 61.78%, with male literacy at 73.89% and female literacy at 51.60%.
- There are around 444 households in Kankadi village.
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) |
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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%.