Kaunke
Kaunke is a village located in Amritsar Ii tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Amritsar- Ii (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Kaonke is the gram panchayat of Kaunke village.
Here you can discover what makes Kaunke unique in its vibrant Amritsar Ii-Amritsar region. You’ll see Kaunke’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 Kaunke
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaunke is 037657. The village spans a total geographical area of 344 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143108. Amritsar is nearest town to Kaunke village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kaunke village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Attari Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kaunke
Population of Kaunke
According to the 2011 Census, Kaunke has a total population of about 2,326, with approximately 1,233 males and 1,093 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 263 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,234 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 54.34%, with male literacy at about 56.85% and female literacy near 51.51%. There are around 444 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaunke's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,326 | 1,233 | 1,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 159 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,234 | 662 | 572 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,264 | 701 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,062 | 532 | 530 |
Connectivity of Kaunke
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaunke. As per the 2011 stats, Kaunke had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaunke
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaunke helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaunke.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaunke
- Where is Kaunke located?
- Kaunke village is situated in Amritsar Ii Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaunke?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kaunke is Kaonke (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kaunke?
- The pincode of Kaunke is 143108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaunke as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaunke is 2,326, with 1,233 males and 1,093 females.
- How many households are there in Kaunke as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaunke village has a total of 444 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaunke as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaunke is 54.34%. The male literacy rate is 56.85%, while the female literacy rate is 51.51%.