Kankana
About Kankana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kankana village is 402317. Kankana village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 788 hectares. Kankana has a total population of 1,704 peoples, out of which male population is 894 while female population is 810. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 906 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kankana village is 66.26% out of which 73.04% males and 58.77% females are literate. There are about 356 houses in kankana village. Pincode of kankana village locality is 759039.
When it comes to administration, Kankana village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kankana village comes under Parjanga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to kankana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Kankana
The population details of Kankana cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,704 | 894 | 810 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 245 | 134 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 222 | 121 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 970 | 510 | 460 |
| Literate Population | 1,129 | 653 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 241 | 334 |
Connectivity of Kankana
| 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 |
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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%.