Kanakpur
Kanakpur is a village located in Ramanujganj tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Ramanujganj (tehsildar office) and 119km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Kanakpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanakpur unique in its vibrant Ramanujganj-Surguja region. You’ll see Kanakpur’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 Kanakpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanakpur is 431919. The village spans a total geographical area of 585.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497220. Ramanujganj is nearest town to Kanakpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kanakpur
Population of Kanakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanakpur has a total population of about 2,310, with approximately 1,145 males and 1,165 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 516 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 79 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 546. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.90%, with male literacy at about 52.40% and female literacy near 33.56%. There are around 443 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanakpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,310 | 1,145 | 1,165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 516 | 255 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 546 | 283 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 991 | 600 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,319 | 545 | 774 |
Connectivity of Kanakpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanakpur. As per the 2011 stats, Kanakpur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanakpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanakpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanakpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanakpur
- Where is Kanakpur located?
- Kanakpur village is situated in Ramanujganj Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanakpur?
- Kanakpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanakpur?
- The pincode of Kanakpur is 497220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanakpur is 2,310, with 1,145 males and 1,165 females.
- How many households are there in Kanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanakpur village has a total of 443 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanakpur is 42.90%. The male literacy rate is 52.40%, while the female literacy rate is 33.56%.