Kanut
Kanut is a village located in Belpara tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Belpara (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Balangir. As per 2009 stats, Kanut village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanut unique in its vibrant Belpara-Balangir region. You’ll see Kanut’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 Kanut
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanut is 420969. The village spans a total geographical area of 507 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767026. Kantabanji is nearest town to Kanut village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Kanut
Population of Kanut
According to the 2011 Census, Kanut has a total population of about 1,767, with approximately 844 males and 923 females. The sex ratio is around 1093 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 219 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 271 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 490. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.67%, with male literacy at about 68.01% and female literacy near 53.95%. There are around 445 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanut's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,767 | 844 | 923 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 113 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 121 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 490 | 229 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 1,072 | 574 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 695 | 270 | 425 |
Connectivity of Kanut
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanut. As per the 2011 stats, Kanut had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanut
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanut helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanut.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanut
- Where is Kanut located?
- Kanut village is situated in Belpara Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanut?
- Kanut serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanut?
- The pincode of Kanut is 767026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanut as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanut is 1,767, with 844 males and 923 females.
- How many households are there in Kanut as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanut village has a total of 445 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanut as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanut is 60.67%. The male literacy rate is 68.01%, while the female literacy rate is 53.95%.