Kanchi - Manora, Jashpur
Kanchi is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Baherna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchi is 433890. The village covers a total geographical area of 465 hectares and falls under the 496330 pincode. Jashpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kanchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanchi
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchi village had a total population of 528 people, including 264 males and 264 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.07%, with male literacy at 73.42% and female literacy at 62.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 338.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 528 | 264 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 338 | 171 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 163 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 101 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchi
Kanchi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Beherna | South | 1.97 km |
| Kedali | West | 2.10 km |
| Govindpur | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Irai | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Dhengani | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Khamhli | South | 3.67 km |
| Mado | South | 4.15 km |
| Tripuri | North | 4.42 km |
| Gopinagar | North-West | 4.48 km |
| Gowaru | South-East | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanchi
Kanchi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hehegara Halt (e), while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Kanchi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchi 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 Kanchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kanchi
Where is Kanchi located?
Kanchi village is located in Manora Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanchi is Baherna.
What is the pincode of Kanchi?
The pincode of Kanchi is 496330.
What is the population of Kanchi?
Kanchi had a total population of 528, including 264 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Kanchi?
Kanchi had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchi was 68.07%. Male literacy was 73.42% and female literacy was 62.88%.