Kanpur (A) - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Kanpur (A) is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Ambakhunt Kanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanpur (A) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanpur (A) is 518759. The village covers a total geographical area of 710.03 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kanpur (A) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shehra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanpur (A)
According to the 2011 Census, Kanpur (A) village had a total population of 2,149 people, including 1,105 males and 1,044 females, living in 317 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.64%, with male literacy at 41.58% and female literacy at 31.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,110.
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 | 2,149 | 1,105 | 1,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 232 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,110 | 1,087 | 1,023 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 363 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,521 | 742 | 779 |
Nearby Villages of Kanpur (A)
Kanpur (A) 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 Kanpur (A)
Kanpur (A) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Devgadbaria to Kanpur (A) is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Kanpur (A) is about 35 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 Kanpur (A)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanpur (A) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kanpur (A)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanpur (A) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanpur (A)
Where is Kanpur (A) located?
Kanpur (A) village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanpur (A)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanpur (A) is Ambakhunt Kanpur.
What is the pincode of Kanpur (A)?
The pincode of Kanpur (A) is 389380.
What is the population of Kanpur (A)?
Kanpur (A) had a total population of 2,149, including 1,105 males and 1,044 females.
How many households are there in Kanpur (A)?
Kanpur (A) had 317 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanpur (A)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanpur (A) was 36.64%. Male literacy was 41.58% and female literacy was 31.51%.