Kankara
About Kankara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kankara village is 327895. Kankara village is located in Kotulpur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.2km away from sub-district headquarter Kotulpur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Kankara village. As per 2009 stats, Madanmohanpur is the gram panchayat of Kankara village.
The total geographical area of village is 82.6 hectares. Kankara has a total population of 318 peoples, out of which male population is 161 while female population is 157. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 975 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kankara village is 76.73% out of which 82.61% males and 70.70% females are literate. There are about 69 houses in kankara village. Pincode of kankara village locality is 722141.
When it comes to administration, Kankara village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kankara village comes under Indus Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bishnupur Lok Sabha constituency. Arambag is nearest town to kankara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Kankara
The population details of Kankara cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 161 | 157 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 305 | 154 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 133 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 28 | 46 |
Connectivity of Kankara
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kankara
Where is Kankara located?
Kankara village is situated in Kotulpur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankara is Madanmohanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kankara?
The pincode of Kankara is 722141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kankara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankara is 318, with 161 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Kankara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kankara village has a total of 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankara is 76.73%. The male literacy rate is 82.61%, while the female literacy rate is 70.70%.