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.
Kanchhia has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Kanchhia
Below is a concise population overview of Kanchhia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanchhia village:
- The total population of Kanchhia village is around 1,059, including approximately 522 males and 537 females, with a sex ratio of 1028 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 153 children aged 0–6 years in Kanchhia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanchhia village has 434 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 199 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanchhia village is about 56.19%, with male literacy at 63.98% and female literacy at 48.60%.
- There are around 232 households in Kanchhia village.
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%.