Kanaknagar
Kanaknagar is a village located in Pratappur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Pratappur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Kanaknagar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanaknagar unique in its vibrant Pratappur-Surguja region. You’ll see Kanaknagar’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 Kanaknagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanaknagar is 432270. The village spans a total geographical area of 286.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497223. Pratappur is nearest town to Kanaknagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kanaknagar
Population of Kanaknagar
According to the 2011 Census, Kanaknagar has a total population of about 812, with approximately 421 males and 391 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 156 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 11 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 702. The overall literacy rate is approximately 34.73%, with male literacy at about 41.57% and female literacy near 27.37%. There are around 199 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanaknagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 812 | 421 | 391 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 83 | 73 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 702 | 364 | 338 |
Literate Population | 282 | 175 | 107 |
Illiterate Population | 530 | 246 | 284 |
Connectivity of Kanaknagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanaknagar. As per the 2011 stats, Kanaknagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanaknagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanaknagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanaknagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanaknagar
- Where is Kanaknagar located?
- Kanaknagar village is situated in Pratappur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanaknagar?
- Kanaknagar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanaknagar?
- The pincode of Kanaknagar is 497223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanaknagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanaknagar is 812, with 421 males and 391 females.
- How many households are there in Kanaknagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanaknagar village has a total of 199 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanaknagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanaknagar is 34.73%. The male literacy rate is 41.57%, while the female literacy rate is 27.37%.