Kankadahandi
Kankadahandi is a village located in Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Jeypore (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Anta is the gram panchayat of Kankadahandi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankadahandi unique in its vibrant Jeypore-Koraput region. You’ll see Kankadahandi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kankadahandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankadahandi is 429045. The village spans a total geographical area of 993 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764002. Jeypur is nearest town to Kankadahandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Kankadahandi
Population of Kankadahandi
According to the 2011 Census, Kankadahandi has a total population of about 2,540, with approximately 1,254 males and 1,286 females. The sex ratio is around 1025 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 449 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 517 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,131. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.04%, with male literacy at about 43.62% and female literacy near 26.67%. There are around 601 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankadahandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,540 | 1,254 | 1,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 449 | 236 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 517 | 261 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,131 | 550 | 581 |
| Literate Population | 890 | 547 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,650 | 707 | 943 |
Connectivity of Kankadahandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankadahandi. As per the 2011 stats, Kankadahandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankadahandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankadahandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankadahandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankadahandi
- Where is Kankadahandi located?
- Kankadahandi village is situated in Jeypore Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankadahandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankadahandi is Anta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankadahandi?
- The pincode of Kankadahandi is 764002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankadahandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankadahandi is 2,540, with 1,254 males and 1,286 females.
- How many households are there in Kankadahandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankadahandi village has a total of 601 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankadahandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankadahandi is 35.04%. The male literacy rate is 43.62%, while the female literacy rate is 26.67%.