Kanagaon
Kanagaon is a village located in Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Antagarh (tehsildar office) and 99km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Kanagao is the gram panchayat of Kanagaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanagaon unique in its vibrant Antagarh-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Kanagaon’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 Kanagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanagaon is 448021. The village spans a total geographical area of 823.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495224. Antagarh is nearest town to Kanagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanagaon 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 Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanagaon
Population of Kanagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kanagaon has a total population of about 855, with approximately 422 males and 433 females. The sex ratio is around 1026 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 141 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 41 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 813. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.32%, with male literacy at about 54.27% and female literacy near 38.57%. There are around 152 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanagaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 855 | 422 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 66 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 813 | 402 | 411 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 229 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 193 | 266 |
Connectivity of Kanagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kanagaon 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanagaon
- Where is Kanagaon located?
- Kanagaon village is situated in Antagarh Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanagaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanagaon is Kanagao (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanagaon?
- The pincode of Kanagaon is 495224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanagaon is 855, with 422 males and 433 females.
- How many households are there in Kanagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanagaon village has a total of 152 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanagaon is 46.32%. The male literacy rate is 54.27%, while the female literacy rate is 38.57%.