Kankarwala
Kankarwala is a village located in Lunkaransar tehsil of Bikaner district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Lunkaransar (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Bikaner. As per 2009 stats, Kankadwala is the gram panchayat of Kankarwala village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankarwala unique in its vibrant Lunkaransar-Bikaner region. You’ll see Kankarwala’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 Kankarwala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankarwala is 069297. The village spans a total geographical area of 5595 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 334603. Bikaner is nearest town to Kankarwala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 85km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kankarwala 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 Lunkaransar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bikaner Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kankarwala
Population of Kankarwala
According to the 2011 Census, Kankarwala has a total population of about 3,747, with approximately 1,922 males and 1,825 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 654 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 816 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 51.13%, with male literacy at about 61.86% and female literacy near 39.84%. There are around 550 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankarwala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,747 | 1,922 | 1,825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 654 | 338 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 816 | 426 | 390 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,916 | 1,189 | 727 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,831 | 733 | 1,098 |
Connectivity of Kankarwala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankarwala. As per the 2011 stats, Kankarwala 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 Kankarwala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankarwala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankarwala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankarwala
- Where is Kankarwala located?
- Kankarwala village is situated in Lunkaransar Tehsil, within the Bikaner district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankarwala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankarwala is Kankadwala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankarwala?
- The pincode of Kankarwala is 334603, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankarwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankarwala is 3,747, with 1,922 males and 1,825 females.
- How many households are there in Kankarwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankarwala village has a total of 550 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankarwala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankarwala is 51.13%. The male literacy rate is 61.86%, while the female literacy rate is 39.84%.