Kanchanpur - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Kanchanpur is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Kancanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanchanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchanpur is 502171. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.7 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Kanchanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanchanpur
As per Census 2011, Kanchanpur village has a total population of 347 people, consisting of 172 males and 175 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 163 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 293 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanchanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 172 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 24 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 139 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 94 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 78 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchanpur
Kanchanpur 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 Kanchanpur
Kanchanpur 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Kanchanpur is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanchanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchanpur 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 Kanchanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchanpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanchanpur
Where is Kanchanpur located?
Kanchanpur village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanchanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanchanpur is Kancanpur.
What is the pincode of Kanchanpur?
The pincode of Kanchanpur is 484881.
What is the population of Kanchanpur?
Kanchanpur has a total population of 347, including 172 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Kanchanpur?
There are 78 households in Kanchanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchanpur is 46.97%. Male literacy is 54.65% and female literacy is 39.43%.