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.
Here you can discover what makes Kankan unique in its vibrant Ersama-Jagatsinghapur region. You’ll see Kankan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Kankan
Population of Kankan
According to the 2011 Census, Kankan has a total population of about 1,197, with approximately 605 males and 592 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 192 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 113 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 19. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.10%, with male literacy at about 77.52% and female literacy near 68.58%. There are around 270 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.