Kankan
Kankan is a village located in Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Ersama (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Jagatsinghapur . As per 2009 stats, Ambiki is the gram panchayat of Kankan village.
Kankan has its own place in the vibrant Jagatsinghapur 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 Kankan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankan is 397391. The village spans a total geographical area of 410 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754139. Paradip is nearest town to Kankan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 54km away.
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Population of Kankan
Below is a concise population overview of Kankan 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 | 1,197 | 605 | 592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 107 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 875 | 469 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 136 | 186 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankan village:
- The total population of Kankan village is around 1,197, including approximately 605 males and 592 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 192 children aged 0–6 years in Kankan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kankan village has 113 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 19 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kankan village is about 73.10%, with male literacy at 77.52% and female literacy at 68.58%.
- There are around 270 households in Kankan village.
Connectivity of Kankan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankan. As per the 2011 stats, Kankan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankan
- Where is Kankan located?
- Kankan village is situated in Ersama Tehsil, within the Jagatsinghapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankan is Ambiki (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankan?
- The pincode of Kankan is 754139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankan is 1,197, with 605 males and 592 females.
- How many households are there in Kankan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankan village has a total of 270 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankan is 73.10%. The male literacy rate is 77.52%, while the female literacy rate is 68.58%.