Kanpura
Kanpura is a village located in Khirkiya tehsil of Harda district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Khirkiya (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Harda. As per 2009 stats, Kaanpura is the gram panchayat of Kanpura village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanpura unique in its vibrant Khirkiya-Harda region. You’ll see Kanpura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kanpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanpura is 486558. The village spans a total geographical area of 819.83 hectares. Khirkiya is nearest town to Kanpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanpura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Harda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Betul Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanpura
Population of Kanpura
According to the 2011 Census, Kanpura has a total population of about 1,376, with approximately 721 males and 655 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 450 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 291. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.83%, with male literacy at about 72.95% and female literacy near 47.48%. There are around 315 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,376 | 721 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 103 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 236 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 140 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 837 | 526 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 195 | 344 |
Connectivity of Kanpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanpura. As per the 2011 stats, Kanpura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanpura
- Where is Kanpura located?
- Kanpura village is situated in Khirkiya Tehsil, within the Harda district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanpura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanpura is Kaanpura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kanpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanpura is 1,376, with 721 males and 655 females.
- How many households are there in Kanpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanpura village has a total of 315 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanpura is 60.83%. The male literacy rate is 72.95%, while the female literacy rate is 47.48%.