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
According to the 2011 Census, Kankadakhol village had a total population of 92 people, including 45 males and 47 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.35%, with male literacy at 67.57% and female literacy at 32.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 92, including 45 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Kankadakhol?
Kankadakhol had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankadakhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankadakhol was 49.35%. Male literacy was 67.57% and female literacy was 32.50%.