Kanchannagar - Ramanujganj, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Kanchannagar is a village situated in the Ramanujganj tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from Ramanujganj and around 102 km from Ambikapur. Kamalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanchannagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchannagar is 431923. The village covers a total geographical area of 285.74 hectares and falls under the 497220 pincode. Ramanujganj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kanchannagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanchannagar
As per Census 2011, Kanchannagar village has a total population of 679 people, consisting of 340 males and 339 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 475 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanchannagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 679 | 340 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 264 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 76 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchannagar
Kanchannagar 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 Kanchannagar
Kanchannagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramanujganj to Kanchannagar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Kanchannagar is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanchannagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchannagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanchannagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchannagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanchannagar
Where is Kanchannagar located?
Kanchannagar village is located in Ramanujganj Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanchannagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanchannagar is Kamalpur.
What is the pincode of Kanchannagar?
The pincode of Kanchannagar is 497220.
What is the population of Kanchannagar?
Kanchannagar has a total population of 679, including 340 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Kanchannagar?
There are 161 households in Kanchannagar.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchannagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchannagar is 69.96%. Male literacy is 77.65% and female literacy is 62.24%.