Kankibong
Kankibong is a village located in Darjeeling Pulbazar subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 33.4km away from sub-district headquarter Darjeeling. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Kankibong village. As per 2009 stats, Jhepi is the gram panchayat of Kankibong village.
Kankibong has its own place in the vibrant Darjiling 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 Kankibong
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankibong is 306153. The village spans a total geographical area of 1062.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734201. Darjeeling is nearest town to Kankibong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 53km away.
Google Map of Kankibong
Population of Kankibong
Below is a concise population overview of Kankibong as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,765 | 1,949 | 1,816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 237 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,538 | 788 | 750 |
| Literate Population | 2,505 | 1,428 | 1,077 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,260 | 521 | 739 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kankibong village:
- The total population of Kankibong village is around 3,765, including approximately 1,949 males and 1,816 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 441 children aged 0–6 years in Kankibong village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kankibong village has 80 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,538 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kankibong village is about 66.53%, with male literacy at 73.27% and female literacy at 59.31%.
- There are around 775 households in Kankibong village.
Connectivity of Kankibong
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankibong. As per the 2011 stats, Kankibong 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 Kankibong
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankibong helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankibong.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankibong
- Where is Kankibong located?
- Kankibong village is situated in Darjeeling Pulbazar Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankibong?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kankibong is Jhepi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kankibong?
- The pincode of Kankibong is 734201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kankibong as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankibong is 3,765, with 1,949 males and 1,816 females.
- How many households are there in Kankibong as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankibong village has a total of 775 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankibong as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankibong is 66.53%. The male literacy rate is 73.27%, while the female literacy rate is 59.31%.