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.
Here you can discover what makes Kanakpur unique in its vibrant Champa-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Kanakpur’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 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.
Google Map of Kanakpur
Population of Kanakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanakpur has a total population of about 814, with approximately 399 males and 415 females. The sex ratio is around 1040 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 99 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 291 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.30%, with male literacy at about 71.18% and female literacy near 51.81%. There are around 171 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanakpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.