Kanchanpur - Daniawan, Patna
Kanchanpur is a village situated in the Daniawan subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daniawan and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Kharbhaiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanchanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchanpur is 246224. The village covers a total geographical area of 239 hectares and falls under the 803201 pincode. Fatwah is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kanchanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanchanpur
As per Census 2011, Kanchanpur village has a total population of 3,138 people, consisting of 1,671 males and 1,467 females. The village has 628 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 617 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,398 literate and 1,740 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanchanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,138 | 1,671 | 1,467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 617 | 342 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,227 | 651 | 576 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,398 | 862 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,740 | 809 | 931 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchanpur
Kanchanpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohiuddinpur | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Aiman Bigha | West | 1.26 km |
| Buzurg | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Khanpura | North | 1.64 km |
| Top | South | 1.65 km |
| Kashmiriya | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Sirampur | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Narwan | North | 2.31 km |
| Masarhi | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Ghoranpura | East | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanchanpur
Kanchanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Naika Road, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Fatwah to Kanchanpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Kanchanpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanchanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanchanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanchanpur
Where is Kanchanpur located?
Kanchanpur village is located in Daniawan Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanchanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanchanpur is Kharbhaiya.
What is the pincode of Kanchanpur?
The pincode of Kanchanpur is 803201.
What is the population of Kanchanpur?
Kanchanpur has a total population of 3,138, including 1,671 males and 1,467 females.
How many households are there in Kanchanpur?
There are 628 households in Kanchanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchanpur is 44.55%. Male literacy is 51.59% and female literacy is 36.54%.