Kenpur - Himatnagar, Sabar Kantha
Kenpur is a village situated in the Himatnagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Himatnagar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Rampur (ghorvada) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenpur is 510490. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.8 hectares and falls under the 383002 pincode. Himatnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kenpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kenpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kenpur village had a total population of 411 people, including 226 males and 185 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 819 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.83%, with male literacy at 91.79% and female literacy at 56.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 411 | 226 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 179 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 47 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Kenpur
Kenpur 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 Kenpur
Kenpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Himatnagar to Kenpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kenpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kenpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kenpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kenpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kenpur
Where is Kenpur located?
Kenpur village is located in Himatnagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kenpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenpur is Rampur (ghorvada).
What is the pincode of Kenpur?
The pincode of Kenpur is 383002.
What is the population of Kenpur?
Kenpur had a total population of 411, including 226 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Kenpur?
Kenpur had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kenpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenpur was 75.83%. Male literacy was 91.79% and female literacy was 56.97%.