Kanchara
Kanchara is a village located in Chhatrapur tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Chhatrapur (tehsildar office) and 11km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Rajapur is the gram panchayat of Kanchara village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchara unique in its vibrant Chhatrapur-Ganjam region. You’ll see Kanchara’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 Kanchara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchara is 412089. The village spans a total geographical area of 177 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761026. Chhatrapur is nearest town to Kanchara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kanchara
Population of Kanchara
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchara has a total population of about 837, with approximately 390 males and 447 females. The sex ratio is around 1146 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 89 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 150 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.14%, with male literacy at about 72.05% and female literacy near 47.87%. There are around 216 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 837 | 390 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 54 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 78 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 495 | 281 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 109 | 233 |
Connectivity of Kanchara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchara. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchara 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 Kanchara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchara
- Where is Kanchara located?
- Kanchara village is situated in Chhatrapur Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanchara is Rajapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanchara?
- The pincode of Kanchara is 761026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanchara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchara is 837, with 390 males and 447 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchara village has a total of 216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchara is 59.14%. The male literacy rate is 72.05%, while the female literacy rate is 47.87%.