Kanhupur - Soro, Balasore
Kanhupur is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Soro and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Manipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanhupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanhupur is 393688. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kanhupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanhupur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanhupur village had a total population of 349 people, including 184 males and 165 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.86%, with male literacy at 90.68% and female literacy at 80.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 349 | 184 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 146 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 38 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Kanhupur
Kanhupur 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 Kanhupur
Public transport in the Kanhupur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kanhupur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Kanhupur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kanhupur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanhupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanhupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanhupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanhupur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanhupur
Where is Kanhupur located?
Kanhupur village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanhupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanhupur is Manipur.
What is the pincode of Kanhupur?
The pincode of Kanhupur is 756047.
What is the population of Kanhupur?
Kanhupur had a total population of 349, including 184 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Kanhupur?
Kanhupur had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanhupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanhupur was 85.86%. Male literacy was 90.68% and female literacy was 80.42%.