Kankhinda
Kankhinda is a village located in Sasan tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Sasan (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Kankhinda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kankhinda unique in its vibrant Sasan-Sambalpur region. You’ll see Kankhinda’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 Kankhinda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankhinda is 381715. The village spans a total geographical area of 381 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768200. Sambalpur is nearest town to Kankhinda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kankhinda
Population of Kankhinda
According to the 2011 Census, Kankhinda has a total population of about 1,266, with approximately 655 males and 611 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 100 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 306 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 163. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.91%, with male literacy at about 83.36% and female literacy near 67.92%. There are around 308 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankhinda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,266 | 655 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 46 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 150 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 89 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 961 | 546 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 109 | 196 |
Connectivity of Kankhinda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankhinda. As per the 2011 stats, Kankhinda 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankhinda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankhinda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankhinda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankhinda
- Where is Kankhinda located?
- Kankhinda village is situated in Sasan Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankhinda?
- Kankhinda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kankhinda?
- The pincode of Kankhinda is 768200, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankhinda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankhinda is 1,266, with 655 males and 611 females.
- How many households are there in Kankhinda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankhinda village has a total of 308 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankhinda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankhinda is 75.91%. The male literacy rate is 83.36%, while the female literacy rate is 67.92%.