Kanchanpuri - Shahpura, Jabalpur
Kanchanpuri is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Kanchanpuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchanpuri is 489751. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.98 hectares and falls under the 482003 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Kanchanpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanchanpuri
As per Census 2011, Kanchanpuri village has a total population of 387 people, consisting of 194 males and 193 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 161 literate and 226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 378 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanchanpuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 194 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 378 | 189 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 93 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 101 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchanpuri
Kanchanpuri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kulon | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Bijna | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Hathi Khandar | South | 2.19 km |
| Sunwara | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Bharatpur | South | 4.08 km |
| Nayanagar | South-East | 4.10 km |
| Badhaiya Khera | North | 4.18 km |
| Kuhla | East | 4.55 km |
| Dabkiya | South-East | 4.66 km |
| Ahmadpur | North | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanchanpuri
Kanchanpuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bikrampur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Kanchanpuri is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Kanchanpuri is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanchanpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchanpuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanchanpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchanpuri 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanchanpuri
Where is Kanchanpuri located?
Kanchanpuri village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanchanpuri?
Kanchanpuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanchanpuri?
The pincode of Kanchanpuri is 482003.
What is the population of Kanchanpuri?
Kanchanpuri has a total population of 387, including 194 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Kanchanpuri?
There are 79 households in Kanchanpuri.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchanpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchanpuri is 41.60%. Male literacy is 47.94% and female literacy is 35.23%.