Kanpur Village - 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
As per Census 2011, Kanpur village has a total population of 8,763 people, consisting of 4,495 males and 4,268 females. The village has 1,540 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,405 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,493 literate and 4,270 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,279 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanpur are given below:
| Particulars | 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 has a total population of 8,763, including 4,495 males and 4,268 females.
How many households are there in Kanpur?
There are 1,540 households in Kanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanpur is 51.27%. Male literacy is 60.49% and female literacy is 41.57%.