Kankeri
Kankeri is a village located in Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Dharamgarh (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kankeri village is also a gram panchayat.
Kankeri has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 Kankeri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankeri is 423951. The village spans a total geographical area of 258 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766029. Junagarh is nearest town to Kankeri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Kankeri
Population of Kankeri
Below is a concise population overview of Kankeri 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 | 3,787 | 1,928 | 1,859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 486 | 253 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,302 | 678 | 624 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 701 | 344 | 357 |
| Literate Population | 1,411 | 960 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,376 | 968 | 1,408 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankeri village:
- The total population of Kankeri village is around 3,787, including approximately 1,928 males and 1,859 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 486 children aged 0–6 years in Kankeri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kankeri village has 1,302 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 701 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kankeri village is about 37.26%, with male literacy at 49.79% and female literacy at 24.26%.
- There are around 939 households in Kankeri village.
Connectivity of Kankeri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankeri. As per the 2011 stats, Kankeri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankeri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankeri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankeri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankeri
- Where is Kankeri located?
- Kankeri village is situated in Dharamgarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankeri?
- Kankeri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kankeri?
- The pincode of Kankeri is 766029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankeri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankeri is 3,787, with 1,928 males and 1,859 females.
- How many households are there in Kankeri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankeri village has a total of 939 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankeri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankeri is 37.26%. The male literacy rate is 49.79%, while the female literacy rate is 24.26%.