Kankarailo - Salipur, Cuttack
Kankarailo is a village situated in the Salipur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Salepur and around 32 km from Cuttack. Sidho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankarailo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankarailo is 399638. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 754221 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kankarailo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankarailo
According to the 2011 Census, Kankarailo village had a total population of 571 people, including 307 males and 264 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.57%, with male literacy at 93.50% and female literacy at 80.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 147.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 571 | 307 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 30 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 82 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 259 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 48 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Kankarailo
Kankarailo is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kankarailo
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kankarailo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Kankarailo is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Kankarailo is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankarailo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankarailo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kankarailo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankarailo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kankarailo
Where is Kankarailo located?
Kankarailo village is located in Salipur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kankarailo?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankarailo is Sidho.
What is the pincode of Kankarailo?
The pincode of Kankarailo is 754221.
What is the population of Kankarailo?
Kankarailo had a total population of 571, including 307 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Kankarailo?
Kankarailo had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankarailo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankarailo was 87.57%. Male literacy was 93.50% and female literacy was 80.89%.