Kanchangadia - Bhograi, Balasore
Kanchangadia is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Bhograi and around 75 km from Baleshwar. Gopinathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanchangadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchangadia is 391735. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Kanchangadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanchangadia
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchangadia village had a total population of 437 people, including 226 males and 211 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.71%, with male literacy at 92.82% and female literacy at 90.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 306.
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 | 437 | 226 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 157 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 194 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 32 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchangadia
Kanchangadia 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 Kanchangadia
Kanchangadia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Jaleswar to Kanchangadia is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kanchangadia is about 75 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 Kanchangadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchangadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanchangadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchangadia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kanchangadia
Where is Kanchangadia located?
Kanchangadia village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanchangadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanchangadia is Gopinathpur.
What is the pincode of Kanchangadia?
The pincode of Kanchangadia is 756036.
What is the population of Kanchangadia?
Kanchangadia had a total population of 437, including 226 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Kanchangadia?
Kanchangadia had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchangadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchangadia was 91.71%. Male literacy was 92.82% and female literacy was 90.48%.