Kankarala
Kankarala is a village located in Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 80km away from sub-district headquarter Chohtan (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Barmer. As per 2009 stats, Lakrasar is the gram panchayat of Kankarala village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankarala unique in its vibrant Chohtan-Barmer region. You’ll see Kankarala’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 Kankarala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankarala is 089035. The village spans a total geographical area of 686.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 344706. Barmer is nearest town to Kankarala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 130km away.
Google Map of Kankarala
Population of Kankarala
According to the 2011 Census, Kankarala has a total population of about 873, with approximately 452 males and 421 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 76 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.74%, with male literacy at about 47.79% and female literacy near 22.80%. There are around 135 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankarala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 873 | 452 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 78 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 312 | 216 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 236 | 325 |
Connectivity of Kankarala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankarala. As per the 2011 stats, Kankarala 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankarala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankarala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankarala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankarala
- Where is Kankarala located?
- Kankarala village is situated in Chohtan Tehsil, within the Barmer district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankarala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankarala is Lakrasar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankarala?
- The pincode of Kankarala is 344706, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankarala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankarala is 873, with 452 males and 421 females.
- How many households are there in Kankarala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankarala village has a total of 135 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankarala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankarala is 35.74%. The male literacy rate is 47.79%, while the female literacy rate is 22.80%.