Kankadahad
Kankadahad is a village located in Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Dhenkanal Sadar (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Kankadahad village is also a gram panchayat.
Kankadahad 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 Kankadahad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankadahad is 403319. The village spans a total geographical area of 327 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759015. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Kankadahad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kankadahad village comes under Dhenkanal assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kankadahad
Population of Kankadahad
Below is a concise population overview of Kankadahad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,294 | 1,215 | 1,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 151 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 872 | 437 | 435 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,646 | 944 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 271 | 377 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankadahad village:
- The total population of Kankadahad village is around 2,294, including approximately 1,215 males and 1,079 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 280 children aged 0–6 years in Kankadahad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kankadahad village has 872 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 67 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kankadahad village is about 71.75%, with male literacy at 77.70% and female literacy at 65.06%.
- There are around 507 households in Kankadahad village.
Connectivity of Kankadahad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankadahad. As per the 2011 stats, Kankadahad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankadahad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankadahad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankadahad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankadahad
- Where is Kankadahad located?
- Kankadahad village is situated in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankadahad?
- Kankadahad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kankadahad?
- The pincode of Kankadahad is 759015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankadahad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankadahad is 2,294, with 1,215 males and 1,079 females.
- How many households are there in Kankadahad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankadahad village has a total of 507 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankadahad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankadahad is 71.75%. The male literacy rate is 77.70%, while the female literacy rate is 65.06%.