Kankata
Kankata is a village located in Gadarpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Gadarpur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Kankata village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kankata unique in its vibrant Gadarpur-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Kankata’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 Kankata
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankata is 056062. The village spans a total geographical area of 299.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263152. Gadarpur is nearest town to Kankata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Kankata
Population of Kankata
According to the 2011 Census, Kankata has a total population of about 597, with approximately 320 males and 277 females. The sex ratio is around 865 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 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 64.15%, with male literacy at about 66.25% and female literacy near 61.73%. There are around 119 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankata's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 597 | 320 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 37 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 383 | 212 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 108 | 106 |
Connectivity of Kankata
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankata. As per the 2011 stats, Kankata 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankata
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankata helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankata.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankata
- Where is Kankata located?
- Kankata village is situated in Gadarpur Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankata?
- Kankata serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kankata?
- The pincode of Kankata is 263152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankata as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankata is 597, with 320 males and 277 females.
- How many households are there in Kankata as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankata village has a total of 119 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankata as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankata is 64.15%. The male literacy rate is 66.25%, while the female literacy rate is 61.73%.