Kankadahad
Kankadahad is a village located in Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kankadahad (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Kanakadahad is the gram panchayat of Kankadahad village.
Kankadahad 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 Kankadahad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankadahad is 402463. The village spans a total geographical area of 1014 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759028. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to Kankadahad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kankadahad 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 Kankadahad
Population of Kankadahad
Below is a concise population overview of Kankadahad 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 | 2,114 | 1,090 | 1,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 148 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 445 | 227 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 636 | 316 | 320 |
| Literate Population | 1,530 | 838 | 692 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 252 | 332 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankadahad village:
- The total population of Kankadahad village is around 2,114, including approximately 1,090 males and 1,024 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 275 children aged 0–6 years in Kankadahad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kankadahad village has 445 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 636 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kankadahad village is about 72.37%, with male literacy at 76.88% and female literacy at 67.58%.
- There are around 458 households in Kankadahad village.
Connectivity of Kankadahad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankadahad. As per the 2011 stats, Kankadahad 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 Kankadahad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankadahad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankadahad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankadahad
- Where is Kankadahad located?
- Kankadahad village is situated in Kankadahad Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankadahad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankadahad is Kanakadahad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankadahad?
- The pincode of Kankadahad is 759028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankadahad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankadahad is 2,114, with 1,090 males and 1,024 females.
- How many households are there in Kankadahad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankadahad village has a total of 458 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankadahad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankadahad is 72.37%. The male literacy rate is 76.88%, while the female literacy rate is 67.58%.