Kankata

Kankata is a village located in Khatra subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.4km away from sub-district headquarter Khatra. Bankura is the district headquarter of Kankata village. As per 2009 stats, Supur is the gram panchayat of Kankata village.

Kankata has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kankata

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankata is 328969. The village spans a total geographical area of 186.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722154. Khatra is nearest town to Kankata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Kankata

Below is a concise population overview of Kankata as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 766 405 361
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 100 51 49
Scheduled Castes (SC) 226 119 107
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 512 318 194
Illiterate Population 254 87 167

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankata village:

  • The total population of Kankata village is around 766, including approximately 405 males and 361 females, with a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 100 children aged 0–6 years in Kankata village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kankata village has 226 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kankata village is about 66.84%, with male literacy at 78.52% and female literacy at 53.74%.
  • There are around 142 households in Kankata village.

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 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 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.

Damodarpur Simla Arkama Rangi Bari Dhemnasol Dharra Muli Mirgi Pahari Supur Raidihi Bheduara Baragar

Frequently Asked Questions about Kankata

Where is Kankata located?
Kankata village is situated in Khatra Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankata?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankata is Supur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kankata?
The pincode of Kankata is 722154, 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 766, with 405 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Kankata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kankata village has a total of 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankata as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankata is 66.84%. The male literacy rate is 78.52%, while the female literacy rate is 53.74%.