Kanchanpur - Mulchera, Gadchiroli
Kanchanpur is a village situated in the Mulchera tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mulchera and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Shantigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanchanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchanpur is 539470. The village covers a total geographical area of 440.41 hectares and falls under the 442705 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Kanchanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanchanpur
As per Census 2011, Kanchanpur village has a total population of 962 people, consisting of 501 males and 461 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 707 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanchanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 962 | 501 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 707 | 399 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 102 | 153 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kanchanpur.
| 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 Gadchiroli to Kanchanpur is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanchanpur
Where is Kanchanpur located?
Kanchanpur village is located in Mulchera Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanchanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanchanpur is Shantigram.
What is the pincode of Kanchanpur?
The pincode of Kanchanpur is 442705.
What is the population of Kanchanpur?
Kanchanpur has a total population of 962, including 501 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Kanchanpur?
There are 212 households in Kanchanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchanpur is 73.49%. Male literacy is 79.64% and female literacy is 66.81%.