Kankada - Champua, Keonjhar
Kankada is a village situated in the Champua tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from Baria and around 55 km from Kendujhar. Jajaposi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankada is 385670. The village covers a total geographical area of 257 hectares and falls under the 758016 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kankada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankada
As per Census 2011, Kankada village has a total population of 630 people, consisting of 327 males and 303 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 374 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 281 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kankada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 630 | 327 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 54 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 281 | 142 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 208 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 119 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Kankada
Kankada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nuagaon | South | 1.04 km |
| Budhimara | North | 1.43 km |
| Pratapjadunathpur Sashan (indupur) | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Tentalapasi | South | 1.93 km |
| Fulkanlei | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Birajadunathpurshasan | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Jajaposi | West | 2.39 km |
| Halpur | East | 2.57 km |
| Laxmiposi | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Tentala | South | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kankada
Kankada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kendujhargarh, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.8 km.
| 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 Kendujhar to Kankada is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Kankada is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kankada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kankada
Where is Kankada located?
Kankada village is located in Champua Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankada is Jajaposi.
What is the pincode of Kankada?
The pincode of Kankada is 758016.
What is the population of Kankada?
Kankada has a total population of 630, including 327 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Kankada?
There are 155 households in Kankada.
What is the literacy rate in Kankada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankada is 59.37%. Male literacy is 63.61% and female literacy is 54.79%.