Kankarda
Kankarda is a village located in Khanpur tehsil of Jhalawar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Khanpur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Jhalawar. As per 2009 stats, Leemi is the gram panchayat of Kankarda village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankarda unique in its vibrant Khanpur-Jhalawar region. You’ll see Kankarda’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 Kankarda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankarda is 103932. The village spans a total geographical area of 723.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 326035. Jhalawar is nearest town to Kankarda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kankarda 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 Khanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kankarda
Population of Kankarda
According to the 2011 Census, Kankarda has a total population of about 1,259, with approximately 670 males and 589 females. The sex ratio is around 879 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 165 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 189 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 550. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.21%, with male literacy at about 76.72% and female literacy near 41.43%. There are around 234 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankarda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,259 | 670 | 589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 96 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 101 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 550 | 295 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 758 | 514 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 156 | 345 |
Connectivity of Kankarda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankarda. As per the 2011 stats, Kankarda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankarda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankarda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankarda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankarda
- Where is Kankarda located?
- Kankarda village is situated in Khanpur Tehsil, within the Jhalawar district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankarda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankarda is Leemi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankarda?
- The pincode of Kankarda is 326035, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankarda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankarda is 1,259, with 670 males and 589 females.
- How many households are there in Kankarda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankarda village has a total of 234 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankarda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankarda is 60.21%. The male literacy rate is 76.72%, while the female literacy rate is 41.43%.