Kankha
Kankha is a village located in Jamda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Jamda (tehsildar office) and 103km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Talagaon is the gram panchayat of Kankha village.
Kankha has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj 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 Kankha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankha is 387604. The village spans a total geographical area of 329 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757045. Rairangpur is nearest town to Kankha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Kankha
Population of Kankha
Below is a concise population overview of Kankha 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 | 919 | 450 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 73 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 838 | 412 | 426 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 239 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 211 | 326 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankha village:
- The total population of Kankha village is around 919, including approximately 450 males and 469 females, with a sex ratio of 1042 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 152 children aged 0–6 years in Kankha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kankha village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 838 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kankha village is about 41.57%, with male literacy at 53.11% and female literacy at 30.49%.
- There are around 215 households in Kankha village.
Connectivity of Kankha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankha. As per the 2011 stats, Kankha 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankha
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankha
- Where is Kankha located?
- Kankha village is situated in Jamda Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankha is Talagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankha?
- The pincode of Kankha is 757045, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankha is 919, with 450 males and 469 females.
- How many households are there in Kankha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankha village has a total of 215 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankha is 41.57%. The male literacy rate is 53.11%, while the female literacy rate is 30.49%.