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. Kankur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
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
As per Census 2011, Kankur village has a total population of 948 people, consisting of 503 males and 445 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 468 literate and 480 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kankur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 948 | 503 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 54 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 80 | 73 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Kankur?
Kankur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kankur?
The pincode of Kankur is 504216.
What is the population of Kankur?
Kankur has a total population of 948, including 503 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Kankur?
There are 252 households in Kankur.
What is the literacy rate in Kankur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankur is 49.37%. Male literacy is 56.06% and female literacy is 41.80%.