Kanakpur - Bhanupratappur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Kanakpur is a village situated in the Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanupratappur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Aasulkhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanakpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanakpur is 447543. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.12 hectares and falls under the 494669 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kanakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanakpur village had a total population of 217 people, including 88 males and 129 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,466 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.40%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 63.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 179.
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 | 217 | 88 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 74 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 22 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Kanakpur
Kanakpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Alawarkalan | West | 1.51 km |
| Chichmarra | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Asulkhar | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Alawarkhurd | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Hirrabodi | South | 2.20 km |
| Barrebeda | South | 2.55 km |
| Faraskot | North | 2.94 km |
| Pandripani | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Pewari | East | 3.15 km |
| Pungaon | South | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanakpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kanakpur. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanupratappur to Kanakpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Kanakpur is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanakpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanakpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanakpur
Where is Kanakpur located?
Kanakpur village is located in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanakpur is Aasulkhar.
What is the pincode of Kanakpur?
The pincode of Kanakpur is 494669.
What is the population of Kanakpur?
Kanakpur had a total population of 217, including 88 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Kanakpur?
Kanakpur had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanakpur was 73.40%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 63.72%.