Kankeri - Dharamgarh, Kalahandi
Kankeri is a village situated in the Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharamgarh and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kankeri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankeri is 423951. The village covers a total geographical area of 258 hectares and falls under the 766015 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kankeri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankeri
As per Census 2011, Kankeri village has a total population of 3,787 people, consisting of 1,928 males and 1,859 females. The village has 939 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 486 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,411 literate and 2,376 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,302 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 701 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kankeri are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kankeri
Kankeri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotmer | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Kulihari | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Tipiguda | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Chhilpa | South | 3.15 km |
| Kanagaon | East | 3.21 km |
| Kuturu | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Luhagaon | East | 4.28 km |
| Bokrasil | North | 4.57 km |
| Godabhanja | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Thanat | South-East | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kankeri
Kankeri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Kankeri is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kankeri is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankeri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankeri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kankeri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankeri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kankeri
Where is Kankeri located?
Kankeri village is located in Dharamgarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankeri?
Kankeri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kankeri?
The pincode of Kankeri is 766015.
What is the population of Kankeri?
Kankeri has a total population of 3,787, including 1,928 males and 1,859 females.
How many households are there in Kankeri?
There are 939 households in Kankeri.
What is the literacy rate in Kankeri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankeri is 37.26%. Male literacy is 49.79% and female literacy is 24.26%.