Kankala
About Kankala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kankala village is 418237. Kankala village is located in Baunsuni tehsil of Baudh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Baunsuni (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Baudh. As per 2009 stats, Talasarada is the gram panchayat of Kankala village.
The total geographical area of village is 468 hectares. Kankala has a total population of 1,000 peoples, out of which male population is 494 while female population is 506. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1024 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kankala village is 61.80% out of which 74.49% males and 49.41% females are literate. There are about 241 houses in kankala village. Pincode of kankala village locality is 762015.
When it comes to administration, Kankala village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kankala village comes under Kantamal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kandhamal Lok Sabha constituency. Baudhgarh is nearest town to kankala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Kankala
The population details of Kankala cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,000 | 494 | 506 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 167 | 79 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 425 | 210 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 618 | 368 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 126 | 256 |
Connectivity of Kankala
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kankala
Where is Kankala located?
Kankala village is situated in Baunsuni Tehsil, within the Baudh district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankala is Talasarada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kankala?
The pincode of Kankala is 762015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kankala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankala is 1,000, with 494 males and 506 females.
How many households are there in Kankala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kankala village has a total of 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankala is 61.80%. The male literacy rate is 74.49%, while the female literacy rate is 49.41%.