Kankuda
Kankuda is a village located in Sadar tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Sadar (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Kapileswarpur is the gram panchayat of Kankuda village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankuda unique in its vibrant Sadar-Puri region. You’ll see Kankuda’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 Kankuda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankuda is 409862. The village spans a total geographical area of 328 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752013. Puri is nearest town to Kankuda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Kankuda
Population of Kankuda
According to the 2011 Census, Kankuda has a total population of about 1,712, with approximately 873 males and 839 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 190 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 55 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.03%, with male literacy at about 72.51% and female literacy near 53.16%. There are around 331 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankuda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,712 | 873 | 839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 101 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 24 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,079 | 633 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 240 | 393 |
Connectivity of Kankuda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankuda. As per the 2011 stats, Kankuda 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankuda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankuda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankuda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankuda
- Where is Kankuda located?
- Kankuda village is situated in Sadar Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankuda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankuda is Kapileswarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankuda?
- The pincode of Kankuda is 752013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankuda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankuda is 1,712, with 873 males and 839 females.
- How many households are there in Kankuda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankuda village has a total of 331 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankuda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankuda is 63.03%. The male literacy rate is 72.51%, while the female literacy rate is 53.16%.