Kankara
Kankara is a village located in Balangir tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 26km away from Balangir, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kankara village. As per 2009 stats, Bhundimuhan is the gram panchayat of Kankara village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankara unique in its vibrant Balangir region. You’ll see Kankara’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 Kankara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankara is 420117. The village spans a total geographical area of 254 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767024. Balangir is nearest town to Kankara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Kankara
Population of Kankara
According to the 2011 Census, Kankara has a total population of about 672, with approximately 360 males and 312 females. The sex ratio is around 866 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 86 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 47 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 393. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.72%, with male literacy at about 63.61% and female literacy near 42.31%. There are around 187 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 672 | 360 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 393 | 212 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 229 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 131 | 180 |
Connectivity of Kankara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankara. As per the 2011 stats, Kankara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankara
- Where is Kankara located?
- Kankara village is situated in Balangir Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankara is Bhundimuhan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankara?
- The pincode of Kankara is 767024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankara is 672, with 360 males and 312 females.
- How many households are there in Kankara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankara village has a total of 187 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankara is 53.72%. The male literacy rate is 63.61%, while the female literacy rate is 42.31%.