Kankalu

Kankalu is a village located in Bhusan Steel Limited tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Bhusan Steel Limited (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Paika Purunakot is the gram panchayat of Kankalu village.

Kankalu has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal 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 Kankalu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankalu is 402982. The village spans a total geographical area of 205 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759121. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Kankalu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kankalu 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 Hindol Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kankalu

Below is a concise population overview of Kankalu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,210 622 588
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 146 82 64
Scheduled Castes (SC) 452 229 223
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 925 508 417
Illiterate Population 285 114 171

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankalu village:

  • The total population of Kankalu village is around 1,210, including approximately 622 males and 588 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 146 children aged 0–6 years in Kankalu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kankalu village has 452 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kankalu village is about 76.45%, with male literacy at 81.67% and female literacy at 70.92%.
  • There are around 277 households in Kankalu village.

Connectivity of Kankalu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankalu. As per the 2011 stats, Kankalu 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 village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kankalu

Knowing the nearby villages of Kankalu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankalu.

Khaliberana Nadeilo Bramhanapurunakot Naraharipur Chandrasekharpur Mitikapasi Sarapa Raghunathapur Nuagan Mahatala Kaliakoli

Frequently Asked Questions about Kankalu

Where is Kankalu located?
Kankalu village is situated in Bhusan Steel Limited Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankalu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankalu is Paika Purunakot (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kankalu?
The pincode of Kankalu is 759121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kankalu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankalu is 1,210, with 622 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Kankalu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kankalu village has a total of 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankalu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankalu is 76.45%. The male literacy rate is 81.67%, while the female literacy rate is 70.92%.