Kankra
Kankra is a village located in Danta Ramgarh tehsil of Sikar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Danta Ramgarh (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Sikar. As per 2009 stats, Kankra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kankra unique in its vibrant Danta Ramgarh-Sikar region. You’ll see Kankra’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 Kankra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankra is 081887. The village spans a total geographical area of 793 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 332742. Kishangarh Renwal is nearest town to Kankra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kankra 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 Danta ramgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sikar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kankra
Population of Kankra
According to the 2011 Census, Kankra has a total population of about 2,724, with approximately 1,437 males and 1,287 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 364 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,079 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 84. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.76%, with male literacy at about 71.61% and female literacy near 48.64%. There are around 465 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,724 | 1,437 | 1,287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 195 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,079 | 577 | 502 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,655 | 1,029 | 626 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,069 | 408 | 661 |
Connectivity of Kankra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankra. As per the 2011 stats, Kankra 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 Kankra
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankra
- Where is Kankra located?
- Kankra village is situated in Danta Ramgarh Tehsil, within the Sikar district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankra?
- Kankra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kankra?
- The pincode of Kankra is 332742, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankra is 2,724, with 1,437 males and 1,287 females.
- How many households are there in Kankra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankra village has a total of 465 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankra is 60.76%. The male literacy rate is 71.61%, while the female literacy rate is 48.64%.