Kankur - Jaipur, Mancherial
Kankur is a village situated in the Jaipur mandal of Mancherial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 9 km from Jaipur and around 179 km from Adilabad. Mittapally serves as the Grama Panchayat for Kankur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankur is 570617. The village covers a total geographical area of 1015 hectares and falls under the 504216 pincode. Mancherial is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kankur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kankur
According to the 2011 Census, Kankur village had a total population of 948 people, including 503 males and 445 females, living in 252 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.80%, with male literacy at 62.81% and female literacy at 45.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 948 | 503 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 54 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 80 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 282 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 221 | 259 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kankur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kankur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mancherial to Kankur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Kankur is about 179 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kankur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kankur
Where is Kankur located?
Kankur village is located in Jaipur Mandal, Mancherial district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Kankur?
The Grama Panchayat of Kankur is Mittapally.
What is the pincode of Kankur?
The pincode of Kankur is 504216.
What is the population of Kankur?
Kankur had a total population of 948, including 503 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Kankur?
Kankur had 252 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankur was 54.80%. Male literacy was 62.81% and female literacy was 45.93%.