Kankia - Dharmasala, Jajpur
Kankia is a village situated in the Dharmasala tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 51 km from Dharmasala and around 51 km from Jajapur . Badakanichi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankia is 401247. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 755010 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kankia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmasala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankia
As per Census 2011, Kankia village has a total population of 39 people, consisting of 22 males and 17 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 772 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 24 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kankia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 12 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Kankia
Kankia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kankia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kankia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Kankia is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Kankia is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kankia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kankia
Where is Kankia located?
Kankia village is located in Dharmasala Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankia is Badakanichi.
What is the pincode of Kankia?
The pincode of Kankia is 755010.
What is the population of Kankia?
Kankia has a total population of 39, including 22 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Kankia?
There are 11 households in Kankia.
What is the literacy rate in Kankia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankia is 38.46%. Male literacy is 45.45% and female literacy is 29.41%.