Kankeri - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Kankeri is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dudkaranja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankeri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankeri is 422678. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 67 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 Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankeri
According to the 2011 Census, Kankeri village had a total population of 66 people, including 30 males and 36 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.14%, with male literacy at 29.17% and female literacy at 34.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 66.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66 | 30 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 30 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 23 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Kankeri
Kankeri 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 Kankeri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kankeri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kesinga to Kankeri is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kankeri is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kankeri
Where is Kankeri located?
Kankeri village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kankeri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankeri is Dudkaranja.
What is the pincode of Kankeri?
The pincode of Kankeri is 766100.
What is the population of Kankeri?
Kankeri had a total population of 66, including 30 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Kankeri?
Kankeri had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankeri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankeri was 32.14%. Male literacy was 29.17% and female literacy was 34.38%.