Kanakpur

Kanakpur is a village located in Champa tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Champa (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Pondishankar is the gram panchayat of Kanakpur village.

Kanakpur has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa 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 Kanakpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanakpur is 436870. The village spans a total geographical area of 181.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495660. Champa is nearest town to Kanakpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kanakpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaijaipur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kanakpur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 814 399 415
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 99 54 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 291 152 139
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 499 284 215
Illiterate Population 315 115 200

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

  • The total population of Kanakpur village is around 814, including approximately 399 males and 415 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 99 children aged 0–6 years in Kanakpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanakpur village has 291 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kanakpur village is about 61.30%, with male literacy at 71.18% and female literacy at 51.81%.
  • There are around 171 households in Kanakpur village.

Connectivity of Kanakpur

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kanakpur

Where is Kanakpur located?
Kanakpur village is situated in Champa Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanakpur is Pondishankar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kanakpur?
The pincode of Kanakpur is 495660, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanakpur is 814, with 399 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Kanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanakpur village has a total of 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanakpur is 61.30%. The male literacy rate is 71.18%, while the female literacy rate is 51.81%.