Kanpar - Jasdan, Rajkot
Kanpar is a village situated in the Jasdan taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jasdan and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Kanpar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanpar is 513174. The village covers a total geographical area of 1586.64 hectares and falls under the 360040 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kanpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanpar
As per Census 2011, Kanpar village has a total population of 2,312 people, consisting of 1,174 males and 1,138 females. The village has 516 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,292 literate and 1,020 illiterate residents. Additionally, 322 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 162 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanpar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,312 | 1,174 | 1,138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 149 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 154 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 83 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 1,292 | 736 | 556 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,020 | 438 | 582 |
Nearby Villages of Kanpar
Kanpar 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 Kanpar
Public transport in the Kanpar 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 Jasdan to Kanpar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Kanpar is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanpar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanpar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanpar
Where is Kanpar located?
Kanpar village is located in Jasdan Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanpar?
Kanpar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanpar?
The pincode of Kanpar is 360040.
What is the population of Kanpar?
Kanpar has a total population of 2,312, including 1,174 males and 1,138 females.
How many households are there in Kanpar?
There are 516 households in Kanpar.
What is the literacy rate in Kanpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanpar is 55.88%. Male literacy is 62.69% and female literacy is 48.86%.