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.
Kankadahandi has its own place in the vibrant Koraput region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Kankadahandi
Below is a concise population overview of Kankadahandi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankadahandi village:
- The total population of Kankadahandi village is around 2,540, including approximately 1,254 males and 1,286 females, with a sex ratio of 1025 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 449 children aged 0–6 years in Kankadahandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kankadahandi village has 517 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,131 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kankadahandi village is about 35.04%, with male literacy at 43.62% and female literacy at 26.67%.
- There are around 601 households in Kankadahandi village.
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%.