Kankora
Kankora is a village located in Mangolkote subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.6km away from sub-district headquarter Nutanhat (tehsildar office) and 43.7km away from district headquarter Barddhaman. As per 2009 stats, Majigram is the gram panchayat of Kankora village.
Here you can discover what makes Kankora unique in its vibrant Mangolkote-Barddhaman region. You’ll see Kankora’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 Kankora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankora is 319117. The village spans a total geographical area of 454.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713147. Katwa is nearest town to Kankora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Kankora
Population of Kankora
According to the 2011 Census, Kankora has a total population of about 2,381, with approximately 1,218 males and 1,163 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 293 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 638 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 58.88%, with male literacy at about 62.07% and female literacy near 55.55%. There are around 583 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,381 | 1,218 | 1,163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 143 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 638 | 328 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,402 | 756 | 646 |
| Illiterate Population | 979 | 462 | 517 |
Connectivity of Kankora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankora. As per the 2011 stats, Kankora had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankora
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankora
- Where is Kankora located?
- Kankora village is situated in Mangolkote Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankora?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankora is Majigram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankora?
- The pincode of Kankora is 713147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankora is 2,381, with 1,218 males and 1,163 females.
- How many households are there in Kankora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankora village has a total of 583 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankora is 58.88%. The male literacy rate is 62.07%, while the female literacy rate is 55.55%.