Kankhi
Kankhi is a village located in Siwana tehsil of Barmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 51km away from sub-district headquarter Siwana (tehsildar office) and 122km away from district headquarter Barmer. As per 2009 stats, Kankhi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kankhi unique in its vibrant Siwana-Barmer region. You’ll see Kankhi’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 Kankhi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankhi is 087601. The village spans a total geographical area of 2250 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 344801. Balotra is nearest town to Kankhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Kankhi
Population of Kankhi
According to the 2011 Census, Kankhi has a total population of about 2,229, with approximately 1,136 males and 1,093 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 533 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 916 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 133. The overall literacy rate is approximately 29.34%, with male literacy at about 43.84% and female literacy near 14.27%. There are around 329 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,229 | 1,136 | 1,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 257 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 916 | 462 | 454 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 70 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 498 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,575 | 638 | 937 |
Connectivity of Kankhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankhi. As per the 2011 stats, Kankhi 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankhi
- Where is Kankhi located?
- Kankhi village is situated in Siwana Tehsil, within the Barmer district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankhi?
- Kankhi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kankhi?
- The pincode of Kankhi is 344801, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankhi is 2,229, with 1,136 males and 1,093 females.
- How many households are there in Kankhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankhi village has a total of 329 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankhi is 29.34%. The male literacy rate is 43.84%, while the female literacy rate is 14.27%.