Kankai
Kankai is a village located in Raibania tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Raibania (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Baradiha is the gram panchayat of Kankai village.
Kankai has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar 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 Kankai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankai is 391407. The village spans a total geographical area of 451 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756033. Jaleswar is nearest town to Kankai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kankai
Population of Kankai
Below is a concise population overview of Kankai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,035 | 1,018 | 1,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 125 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 238 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 430 | 216 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 1,301 | 754 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 734 | 264 | 470 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankai village:
- The total population of Kankai village is around 2,035, including approximately 1,018 males and 1,017 females, with a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 254 children aged 0–6 years in Kankai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kankai village has 488 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 430 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kankai village is about 63.93%, with male literacy at 74.07% and female literacy at 53.79%.
- There are around 509 households in Kankai village.
Connectivity of Kankai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankai. As per the 2011 stats, Kankai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankai
- Where is Kankai located?
- Kankai village is situated in Raibania Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankai is Baradiha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankai?
- The pincode of Kankai is 756033, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankai is 2,035, with 1,018 males and 1,017 females.
- How many households are there in Kankai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankai village has a total of 509 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankai is 63.93%. The male literacy rate is 74.07%, while the female literacy rate is 53.79%.