Kankana
Kankana is a village located in Kamakshyanagar tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Kamakshyanagar (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Raibol is the gram panchayat of Kankana village.
Kankana 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 Kankana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankana is 402317. The village spans a total geographical area of 788 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759039. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to Kankana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kankana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kankana
Population of Kankana
Below is a concise population overview of Kankana 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 | 1,704 | 894 | 810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 134 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 121 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 970 | 510 | 460 |
| Literate Population | 1,129 | 653 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 241 | 334 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankana village:
- The total population of Kankana village is around 1,704, including approximately 894 males and 810 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 245 children aged 0–6 years in Kankana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kankana village has 222 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 970 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kankana village is about 66.26%, with male literacy at 73.04% and female literacy at 58.77%.
- There are around 356 households in Kankana village.
Connectivity of Kankana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankana. As per the 2011 stats, Kankana 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankana
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankana
- Where is Kankana located?
- Kankana village is situated in Kamakshyanagar Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankana is Raibol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankana?
- The pincode of Kankana is 759039, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankana is 1,704, with 894 males and 810 females.
- How many households are there in Kankana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankana village has a total of 356 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankana is 66.26%. The male literacy rate is 73.04%, while the female literacy rate is 58.77%.