Kanpura
Kanpura is a village located in Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Iqbalgadh (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Kanpura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanpura unique in its vibrant Amirgadh-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Kanpura’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 Kanpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanpura is 507810. The village spans a total geographical area of 1064.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385001. Palanpur is nearest town to Kanpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanpura 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 Danta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadhada Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanpura
Population of Kanpura
According to the 2011 Census, Kanpura has a total population of about 3,906, with approximately 1,913 males and 1,993 females. The sex ratio is around 1041 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,008 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,833. The overall literacy rate is approximately 27.75%, with male literacy at about 34.71% and female literacy near 21.07%. There are around 540 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,906 | 1,913 | 1,993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,008 | 500 | 508 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,833 | 1,881 | 1,952 |
| Literate Population | 1,084 | 664 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,822 | 1,249 | 1,573 |
Connectivity of Kanpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanpura. As per the 2011 stats, Kanpura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanpura
- Where is Kanpura located?
- Kanpura village is situated in Amirgadh Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanpura?
- Kanpura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanpura?
- The pincode of Kanpura is 385001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanpura is 3,906, with 1,913 males and 1,993 females.
- How many households are there in Kanpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanpura village has a total of 540 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanpura is 27.75%. The male literacy rate is 34.71%, while the female literacy rate is 21.07%.