Kansa
Kansa is a village located in Nawagarh tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Nawagarh (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Kansa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kansa unique in its vibrant Nawagarh-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Kansa’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 Kansa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kansa is 436780. The village spans a total geographical area of 306.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495556. Nawagarh is nearest town to Kansa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kansa 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 Jajgir-champa 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 Kansa
Population of Kansa
According to the 2011 Census, Kansa has a total population of about 1,227, with approximately 594 males and 633 females. The sex ratio is around 1065 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 194 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 154 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 134. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.14%, with male literacy at about 65.32% and female literacy near 41.71%. There are around 221 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kansa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,227 | 594 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 86 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 73 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 60 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 652 | 388 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 206 | 369 |
Connectivity of Kansa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kansa. As per the 2011 stats, Kansa 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kansa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kansa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kansa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kansa
- Where is Kansa located?
- Kansa village is situated in Nawagarh Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kansa?
- Kansa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kansa?
- The pincode of Kansa is 495556, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kansa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kansa is 1,227, with 594 males and 633 females.
- How many households are there in Kansa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kansa village has a total of 221 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kansa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kansa is 53.14%. The male literacy rate is 65.32%, while the female literacy rate is 41.71%.