Kanchanpur - Lalpur Thana, Mungeli
Kanchanpur is a village situated in the Lalpur Thana tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from Lormi and around 64 km from Bilaspur. Rajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanchanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchanpur is 437807. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Mungeli is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kanchanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanchanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchanpur village had a total population of 290 people, including 146 males and 144 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.06%, with male literacy at 64.80% and female literacy at 45.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 290 | 146 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 81 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 65 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchanpur
Kanchanpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kanchanpur
Public transport in the Kanchanpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mungeli to Kanchanpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Kanchanpur is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanchanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanchanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kanchanpur
Where is Kanchanpur located?
Kanchanpur village is located in Lalpur Thana Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanchanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanchanpur is Rajpur.
What is the pincode of Kanchanpur?
The pincode of Kanchanpur is 495115.
What is the population of Kanchanpur?
Kanchanpur had a total population of 290, including 146 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Kanchanpur?
Kanchanpur had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchanpur was 55.06%. Male literacy was 64.80% and female literacy was 45.08%.