Kishanpuri - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Kishanpuri is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Kishanpuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kishanpuri is 447470. The village covers a total geographical area of 454.46 hectares and falls under the 494670 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kishanpuri 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 Kishanpuri
As per Census 2011, Kishanpuri village has a total population of 953 people, consisting of 459 males and 494 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 583 literate and 370 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 479 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kishanpuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 953 | 459 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 51 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 479 | 230 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 332 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 127 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Kishanpuri
Kishanpuri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padampur | East | 1.49 km |
| Selegaon | West | 1.87 km |
| Kewatintola | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Haranpuri | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Katagaon | North | 2.77 km |
| Kokanpur | South | 3.11 km |
| Selegondi | West | 3.27 km |
| Chilhati | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Parsoda | East | 3.84 km |
| Andi | East | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kishanpuri
Kishanpuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Charama to Kishanpuri is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Kishanpuri is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kishanpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kishanpuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kishanpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kishanpuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kishanpuri
Where is Kishanpuri located?
Kishanpuri village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kishanpuri?
Kishanpuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kishanpuri?
The pincode of Kishanpuri is 494670.
What is the population of Kishanpuri?
Kishanpuri has a total population of 953, including 459 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Kishanpuri?
There are 212 households in Kishanpuri.
What is the literacy rate in Kishanpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kishanpuri is 61.18%. Male literacy is 72.33% and female literacy is 50.81%.