Kanchanbahali - Bhuban, Dhenkanal
Kanchanbahali is a village situated in the Bhuban tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhuban and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Bhusal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanchanbahali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchanbahali is 402589. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 759017 pincode. Bhuban is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kanchanbahali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanchanbahali
As per Census 2011, Kanchanbahali village has a total population of 311 people, consisting of 155 males and 156 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 108 literate and 203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 302 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanchanbahali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 155 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 302 | 151 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 63 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 92 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchanbahali
Kanchanbahali 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 Kanchanbahali
Public transport in the Kanchanbahali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhuban to Kanchanbahali is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Kanchanbahali is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanchanbahali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchanbahali 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 Kanchanbahali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchanbahali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanchanbahali
Where is Kanchanbahali located?
Kanchanbahali village is located in Bhuban Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanchanbahali?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanchanbahali is Bhusal.
What is the pincode of Kanchanbahali?
The pincode of Kanchanbahali is 759017.
What is the population of Kanchanbahali?
Kanchanbahali has a total population of 311, including 155 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Kanchanbahali?
There are 72 households in Kanchanbahali.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchanbahali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchanbahali is 34.73%. Male literacy is 40.65% and female literacy is 28.85%.