Kankala
Kankala is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Kankala unique in its vibrant Baunsuni-Baudh region. You’ll see Kankala’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 Kankala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankala is 418237. The village spans a total geographical area of 468 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762015. Baudhgarh is nearest town to Kankala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kankala 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 Kantamal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kankala
Population of Kankala
According to the 2011 Census, Kankala has a total population of about 1,000, with approximately 494 males and 506 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 167 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 425 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.80%, with male literacy at about 74.49% and female literacy near 49.41%. There are around 241 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,000 | 494 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 79 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 425 | 210 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 618 | 368 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 126 | 256 |
Connectivity of Kankala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankala. As per the 2011 stats, Kankala 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 Kankala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankala.
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%.