Kanko

Kanko is a village located in Binpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.1km away from sub-district headquarter Lalgarh. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Kanko village. As per 2009 stats, Kanko village is also a gram panchayat.

Kanko has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Kanko

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanko is 335796. The village spans a total geographical area of 128.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721502. Jhargram is nearest town to Kanko village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Kanko

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,124 567 557
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 112 65 47
Scheduled Castes (SC) 169 85 84
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 38 20 18
Literate Population 773 445 328
Illiterate Population 351 122 229

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

  • The total population of Kanko village is around 1,124, including approximately 567 males and 557 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 112 children aged 0–6 years in Kanko village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanko village has 169 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanko village is about 68.77%, with male literacy at 78.48% and female literacy at 58.89%.
  • There are around 258 households in Kanko village.

Connectivity of Kanko

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanko. As per the 2011 stats, Kanko 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 Kanko

Knowing the nearby villages of Kanko helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanko.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanko

Where is Kanko located?
Kanko village is situated in Binpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanko?
Kanko serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kanko?
The pincode of Kanko is 721502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanko as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanko is 1,124, with 567 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Kanko as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanko village has a total of 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanko as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanko is 68.77%. The male literacy rate is 78.48%, while the female literacy rate is 58.89%.