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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchanpur village had a total population of 962 people, including 501 males and 461 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.47%, with male literacy at 90.27% and female literacy at 76.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 962 | 501 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Kanchanpur?
The Village Panchayat of Kanchanpur is Shantigram.
What is the pincode of Kanchanpur?
The pincode of Kanchanpur is 442705.
What is the population of Kanchanpur?
Kanchanpur had a total population of 962, including 501 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Kanchanpur?
Kanchanpur had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchanpur was 83.47%. Male literacy was 90.27% and female literacy was 76.05%.