Kankarakhol - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Kankarakhol is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankarakhol is 423867. The village falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankarakhol
As per Census 2011, Kankarakhol village has a total population of 60 people, consisting of 31 males and 29 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 18 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kankarakhol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 16 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 15 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Kankarakhol
Kankarakhol 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 Kankarakhol
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Kankarakhol is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kankarakhol is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Kankarakhol
Where is Kankarakhol located?
Kankarakhol village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the pincode of Kankarakhol?
The pincode of Kankarakhol is 766029.
What is the population of Kankarakhol?
Kankarakhol has a total population of 60, including 31 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Kankarakhol?
There are 17 households in Kankarakhol.
What is the literacy rate in Kankarakhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankarakhol is 30.00%. Male literacy is 51.61% and female literacy is 6.90%.