Kankala
About Kankala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kankala village is 418707. Kankala village is located in Harbhanga tehsil of Baudh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 43km away from sub-district headquarter Harbhanga (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Baudh. As per 2009 stats, Dhalpur is the gram panchayat of Kankala village.
The total geographical area of village is 183 hectares. Kankala has a total population of 582 peoples, out of which male population is 291 while female population is 291. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kankala village is 69.07% out of which 82.82% males and 55.33% females are literate. There are about 139 houses in kankala village. Pincode of kankala village locality is 762013.
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 Boudh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kandhamal Lok Sabha constituency. Baudhgarh is nearest town to kankala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km 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 | 582 | 291 | 291 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 195 | 99 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 241 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 50 | 130 |
Connectivity of Kankala
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ 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 Harbhanga Tehsil, within the Baudh district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankala is Dhalpur (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 762013, 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 582, with 291 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Kankala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kankala village has a total of 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankala is 69.07%. The male literacy rate is 82.82%, while the female literacy rate is 55.33%.