Kanhupur - Rajpur, Buxar
Kanhupur is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Dulfa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanhupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanhupur is 248640. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kanhupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanhupur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanhupur village had a total population of 481 people, including 259 males and 222 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.85%, with male literacy at 56.13% and female literacy at 45.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 481 | 259 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 47 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 119 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 140 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Kanhupur
Kanhupur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kanhupur
Kanhupur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Kanhupur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanhupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanhupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanhupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanhupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanhupur
Where is Kanhupur located?
Kanhupur village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanhupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanhupur is Dulfa.
What is the pincode of Kanhupur?
The pincode of Kanhupur is 802122.
What is the population of Kanhupur?
Kanhupur had a total population of 481, including 259 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Kanhupur?
Kanhupur had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanhupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanhupur was 50.85%. Male literacy was 56.13% and female literacy was 45.27%.