Kankalu
About Kankalu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kankalu village is 402982. Kankalu village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 205 hectares. Kankalu has a total population of 1,210 peoples, out of which male population is 622 while female population is 588. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 945 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kankalu village is 76.45% out of which 81.67% males and 70.92% females are literate. There are about 277 houses in kankalu village. Pincode of kankalu village locality is 759121.
When it comes to administration, Kankalu 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, Kankalu village comes under Hindol Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency. Dhenkanal is nearest town to kankalu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
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Population of Kankalu
The population details of Kankalu 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 | 1,210 | 622 | 588 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 146 | 82 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 452 | 229 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 925 | 508 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 114 | 171 |
Connectivity of Kankalu
| 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 |
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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%.