Kanaka

Kanaka is a village located in Rasol tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Rasol (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Dandiri is the gram panchayat of Kanaka village.

Kanaka 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 Kanaka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanaka is 403150. The village spans a total geographical area of 599 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759021. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Kanaka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kanaka 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 Hindol 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 Kanaka

Below is a concise population overview of Kanaka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 402 192 210
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 64 28 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 N/A 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 401 192 209
Literate Population 236 151 85
Illiterate Population 166 41 125

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanaka village:

  • The total population of Kanaka village is around 402, including approximately 192 males and 210 females, with a sex ratio of 1093 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 64 children aged 0–6 years in Kanaka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanaka village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 401 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanaka village is about 58.71%, with male literacy at 78.65% and female literacy at 40.48%.
  • There are around 100 households in Kanaka village.

Connectivity of Kanaka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanaka. As per the 2011 stats, Kanaka 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kanaka

Knowing the nearby villages of Kanaka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanaka.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanaka

Where is Kanaka located?
Kanaka village is situated in Rasol Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanaka is Dandiri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kanaka?
The pincode of Kanaka is 759021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanaka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanaka is 402, with 192 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Kanaka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanaka village has a total of 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanaka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanaka is 58.71%. The male literacy rate is 78.65%, while the female literacy rate is 40.48%.