Kansar - Padampur, Bargarh
Kansar is a village situated in the Padampur tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Padmapur and around 87 km from Bargarh. Kansar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kansar is 379998. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 768036 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kansar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kansar
As per Census 2011, Kansar village has a total population of 811 people, consisting of 408 males and 403 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 472 literate and 339 illiterate residents. Additionally, 251 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 232 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kansar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 811 | 408 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 134 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 119 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 266 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 142 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Kansar
Kansar 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 Kansar
Public transport in the Kansar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Padmapur to Kansar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Kansar is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kansar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kansar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kansar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kansar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kansar
Where is Kansar located?
Kansar village is located in Padampur Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kansar?
Kansar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kansar?
The pincode of Kansar is 768036.
What is the population of Kansar?
Kansar has a total population of 811, including 408 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Kansar?
There are 196 households in Kansar.
What is the literacy rate in Kansar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kansar is 58.20%. Male literacy is 65.20% and female literacy is 51.12%.