Kankalunda
Kankalunda is a village located in Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Gandia (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Joranda is the gram panchayat of Kankalunda village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankalunda unique in its vibrant Gandia-Dhenkanal region. You’ll see Kankalunda’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 Kankalunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankalunda is 402738. The village spans a total geographical area of 345 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759014. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Kankalunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Kankalunda
Population of Kankalunda
According to the 2011 Census, Kankalunda has a total population of about 984, with approximately 519 males and 465 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 95 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 148 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 52. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.31%, with male literacy at about 74.37% and female literacy near 50.97%. There are around 232 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankalunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 984 | 519 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 40 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 74 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 623 | 386 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 133 | 228 |
Connectivity of Kankalunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankalunda. As per the 2011 stats, Kankalunda 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankalunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankalunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankalunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankalunda
- Where is Kankalunda located?
- Kankalunda village is situated in Gandia Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankalunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankalunda is Joranda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankalunda?
- The pincode of Kankalunda is 759014, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankalunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankalunda is 984, with 519 males and 465 females.
- How many households are there in Kankalunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankalunda village has a total of 232 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankalunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankalunda is 63.31%. The male literacy rate is 74.37%, while the female literacy rate is 50.97%.