Kanka
Kanka is a village located in Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Gandia (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Bainsia is the gram panchayat of Kanka village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanka unique in its vibrant Gandia-Dhenkanal region. You’ll see Kanka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kanka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanka is 402634. The village spans a total geographical area of 175 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759014. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Kanka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Kanka
Population of Kanka
According to the 2011 Census, Kanka has a total population of about 431, with approximately 213 males and 218 females. The sex ratio is around 1023 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 42 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 73 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.98%, with male literacy at about 73.71% and female literacy near 62.39%. There are around 101 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 213 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 293 | 157 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 56 | 82 |
Connectivity of Kanka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanka. As per the 2011 stats, Kanka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kanka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanka
- Where is Kanka located?
- Kanka village is situated in Gandia Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanka is Bainsia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanka?
- The pincode of Kanka is 759014, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanka is 431, with 213 males and 218 females.
- How many households are there in Kanka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanka village has a total of 101 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanka is 67.98%. The male literacy rate is 73.71%, while the female literacy rate is 62.39%.