Kanakot
Kanakot is a village located in Patan tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Kanakot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanakot unique in its vibrant Patan-Durg region. You’ll see Kanakot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kanakot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanakot is 442697. The village spans a total geographical area of 398.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491221. Durg is nearest town to Kanakot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Kanakot
Population of Kanakot
According to the 2011 Census, Kanakot has a total population of about 1,644, with approximately 830 males and 814 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 208 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 280 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 41. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.82%, with male literacy at about 76.14% and female literacy near 55.28%. There are around 352 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanakot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,644 | 830 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 106 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 143 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,082 | 632 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 198 | 364 |
Connectivity of Kanakot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanakot. As per the 2011 stats, Kanakot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanakot
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanakot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanakot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanakot
- Where is Kanakot located?
- Kanakot village is situated in Patan Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanakot?
- Kanakot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanakot?
- The pincode of Kanakot is 491221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanakot is 1,644, with 830 males and 814 females.
- How many households are there in Kanakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanakot village has a total of 352 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanakot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanakot is 65.82%. The male literacy rate is 76.14%, while the female literacy rate is 55.28%.