Kankapur
Kankapur is a village located in Gadisagada tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Gadisagada (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Deipur is the gram panchayat of Kankapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankapur unique in its vibrant Gadisagada-Puri region. You’ll see Kankapur’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 Kankapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankapur is 410107. The village spans a total geographical area of 194 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752019. Khordha is nearest town to Kankapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Kankapur
Population of Kankapur
According to the 2011 Census, Kankapur has a total population of about 816, with approximately 431 males and 385 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 84 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.02%, with male literacy at about 87.70% and female literacy near 71.43%. There are around 145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 816 | 431 | 385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 37 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 653 | 378 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 53 | 110 |
Connectivity of Kankapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankapur. As per the 2011 stats, Kankapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankapur
- Where is Kankapur located?
- Kankapur village is situated in Gadisagada Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankapur is Deipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankapur?
- The pincode of Kankapur is 752019, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankapur is 816, with 431 males and 385 females.
- How many households are there in Kankapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankapur village has a total of 145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankapur is 80.02%. The male literacy rate is 87.70%, while the female literacy rate is 71.43%.