Kanasarala - Buguda, Ganjam
Kanasarala is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Bhagabanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanasarala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanasarala is 410403. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kanasarala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanasarala
As per Census 2011, Kanasarala village has a total population of 240 people, consisting of 67 males and 173 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 2,582 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 226 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanasarala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 240 | 67 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 4 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | - | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 226 | 67 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 32 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 35 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Kanasarala
Kanasarala 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 Kanasarala
Kanasarala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buguda to Kanasarala is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kanasarala is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanasarala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanasarala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanasarala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanasarala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanasarala
Where is Kanasarala located?
Kanasarala village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanasarala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanasarala is Bhagabanpur.
What is the pincode of Kanasarala?
The pincode of Kanasarala is 761118.
What is the population of Kanasarala?
Kanasarala has a total population of 240, including 67 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Kanasarala?
There are 35 households in Kanasarala.
What is the literacy rate in Kanasarala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanasarala is 59.17%. Male literacy is 47.76% and female literacy is 63.58%.