Kanpur - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Kanpur is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Adalpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanpur is 518747. The village covers a total geographical area of 2678.65 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanpur village had a total population of 8,763 people, including 4,495 males and 4,268 females, living in 1,540 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.06%, with male literacy at 72.12% and female literacy at 49.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4,279.
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 | 8,763 | 4,495 | 4,268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,405 | 725 | 680 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 80 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,279 | 2,178 | 2,101 |
| Literate Population | 4,493 | 2,719 | 1,774 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,270 | 1,776 | 2,494 |
Nearby Villages of Kanpur
Kanpur 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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kanpur.
| 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 is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Kanpur is about 40 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanpur
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 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 Kanpur
Where is Kanpur located?
Kanpur village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanpur is Adalpura.
What is the pincode of Kanpur?
The pincode of Kanpur is 389380.
What is the population of Kanpur?
Kanpur had a total population of 8,763, including 4,495 males and 4,268 females.
How many households are there in Kanpur?
Kanpur had 1,540 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanpur was 61.06%. Male literacy was 72.12% and female literacy was 49.44%.