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.
Kankalunda 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 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.
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Population of Kankalunda
Below is a concise population overview of Kankalunda 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankalunda village:
- The total population of Kankalunda village is around 984, including approximately 519 males and 465 females, with a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Kankalunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kankalunda village has 148 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 52 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kankalunda village is about 63.31%, with male literacy at 74.37% and female literacy at 50.97%.
- There are around 232 households in Kankalunda village.
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%.