Kanabhaga - Dharakote, Ganjam
Kanabhaga is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharakote and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Jahada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanabhaga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanabhaga is 411303. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 761107 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kanabhaga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanabhaga
According to the 2011 Census, Kanabhaga village had a total population of 499 people, including 242 males and 257 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.30%, with male literacy at 80.84% and female literacy at 64.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 499 | 242 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 173 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 69 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Kanabhaga
Kanabhaga 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 Kanabhaga
Kanabhaga 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Asika to Kanabhaga is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kanabhaga is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanabhaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanabhaga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanabhaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanabhaga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kanabhaga
Where is Kanabhaga located?
Kanabhaga village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanabhaga?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanabhaga is Jahada.
What is the pincode of Kanabhaga?
The pincode of Kanabhaga is 761107.
What is the population of Kanabhaga?
Kanabhaga had a total population of 499, including 242 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Kanabhaga?
Kanabhaga had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanabhaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanabhaga was 72.30%. Male literacy was 80.84% and female literacy was 64.35%.