Kanchanpur
Kanchanpur is a village located in Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Pithaura (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Kanchanpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchanpur unique in its vibrant Pithora-Mahasamund region. You’ll see Kanchanpur’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 Kanchanpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchanpur is 446460. The village spans a total geographical area of 217.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 492112. Bagbahara is nearest town to Kanchanpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanchanpur 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 Basna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanchanpur
Population of Kanchanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchanpur has a total population of about 860, with approximately 410 males and 450 females. The sex ratio is around 1097 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 70 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 103. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.72%, with male literacy at about 54.88% and female literacy near 43.11%. There are around 205 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchanpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 860 | 410 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 46 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 225 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 185 | 256 |
Connectivity of Kanchanpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchanpur. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchanpur 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 Kanchanpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchanpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchanpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchanpur
- Where is Kanchanpur located?
- Kanchanpur village is situated in Pithora Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchanpur?
- Kanchanpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanchanpur?
- The pincode of Kanchanpur is 492112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanchanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchanpur is 860, with 410 males and 450 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchanpur village has a total of 205 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchanpur is 48.72%. The male literacy rate is 54.88%, while the female literacy rate is 43.11%.