Kanakpur

Kanakpur is a village located in Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanupratappur (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Aasulkhar is the gram panchayat of Kanakpur village.

Kanakpur has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kanakpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanakpur is 447543. The village spans a total geographical area of 224.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494669. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Kanakpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kanakpur 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 Bhanupratappur 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.

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Population of Kanakpur

Below is a concise population overview of Kanakpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 217 88 129
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 29 13 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 179 74 105
Literate Population 138 66 72
Illiterate Population 79 22 57

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanakpur village:

  • The total population of Kanakpur village is around 217, including approximately 88 males and 129 females, with a sex ratio of 1465 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 29 children aged 0–6 years in Kanakpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanakpur village has 179 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanakpur village is about 63.59%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 55.81%.
  • There are around 48 households in Kanakpur village.

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 <5 km distance
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.

Harharpani Faraskot Shahkatta Asulkhar Kuwapani Pewari Chichmarra Kinari Ranidongri Kudal Bheja

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanakpur

Where is Kanakpur located?
Kanakpur village is situated in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanakpur is Aasulkhar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kanakpur?
The pincode of Kanakpur is 494669, 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 217, with 88 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Kanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanakpur village has a total of 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanakpur is 63.59%. The male literacy rate is 75.00%, while the female literacy rate is 55.81%.