Kanchhia
Kanchhia is a village located in Kamakshyanagar tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Kamakshyanagar (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Jagannathpur is the gram panchayat of Kanchhia village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchhia unique in its vibrant Kamakshyanagar-Dhenkanal region. You’ll see Kanchhia’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 Kanchhia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchhia is 402405. The village spans a total geographical area of 270 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759018. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to Kanchhia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanchhia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanchhia
Population of Kanchhia
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchhia has a total population of about 1,059, with approximately 522 males and 537 females. The sex ratio is around 1028 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 153 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 434 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 199. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.19%, with male literacy at about 63.98% and female literacy near 48.60%. There are around 232 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchhia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,059 | 522 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 75 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 434 | 221 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 95 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 595 | 334 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 188 | 276 |
Connectivity of Kanchhia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchhia. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchhia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanchhia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchhia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchhia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchhia
- Where is Kanchhia located?
- Kanchhia village is situated in Kamakshyanagar Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchhia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanchhia is Jagannathpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanchhia?
- The pincode of Kanchhia is 759018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanchhia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchhia is 1,059, with 522 males and 537 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchhia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchhia village has a total of 232 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchhia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchhia is 56.19%. The male literacy rate is 63.98%, while the female literacy rate is 48.60%.