Kankadakhol - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Kankadakhol is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Fasimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankadakhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankadakhol is 381867. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kankadakhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankadakhol
As per Census 2011, Kankadakhol village has a total population of 92 people, consisting of 45 males and 47 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 38 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 90 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kankadakhol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 20 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Kankadakhol
Kankadakhol is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kankadakhol
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kankadakhol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Kankadakhol is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Kankadakhol is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankadakhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankadakhol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kankadakhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankadakhol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kankadakhol
Where is Kankadakhol located?
Kankadakhol village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankadakhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankadakhol is Fasimal.
What is the pincode of Kankadakhol?
The pincode of Kankadakhol is 768107.
What is the population of Kankadakhol?
Kankadakhol has a total population of 92, including 45 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Kankadakhol?
There are 25 households in Kankadakhol.
What is the literacy rate in Kankadakhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankadakhol is 41.30%. Male literacy is 55.56% and female literacy is 27.66%.