Kanakpar - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Kanakpar is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Kalyanpur and around 81 km from Jamnagar. Kanakpar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanakpar is 513973. The village covers a total geographical area of 1867.07 hectares and falls under the 361306 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kanakpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanakpar
As per Census 2011, Kanakpar village has a total population of 2,293 people, consisting of 1,188 males and 1,105 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 353 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,118 literate and 1,175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanakpar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,293 | 1,188 | 1,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 193 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 702 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,175 | 486 | 689 |
Nearby Villages of Kanakpar
Kanakpar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kanakpar
Public transport in the Kanakpar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhalia to Kanakpar is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Kanakpar is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanakpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanakpar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanakpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanakpar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanakpar
Where is Kanakpar located?
Kanakpar village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanakpar?
Kanakpar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanakpar?
The pincode of Kanakpar is 361306.
What is the population of Kanakpar?
Kanakpar has a total population of 2,293, including 1,188 males and 1,105 females.
How many households are there in Kanakpar?
There are 349 households in Kanakpar.
What is the literacy rate in Kanakpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanakpar is 48.76%. Male literacy is 59.09% and female literacy is 37.65%.