Kanaka
Kanaka is a village located in Khalikote tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Khalikote (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Kanaka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanaka unique in its vibrant Khalikote-Ganjam region. You’ll see Kanaka’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 Kanaka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanaka is 411940. The village spans a total geographical area of 377 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761028. Khalikote is nearest town to Kanaka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kanaka
Population of Kanaka
According to the 2011 Census, Kanaka has a total population of about 1,631, with approximately 868 males and 763 females. The sex ratio is around 879 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 201 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 47 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 58.61%, with male literacy at about 65.21% and female literacy near 51.11%. There are around 361 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanaka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,631 | 868 | 763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 115 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 956 | 566 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 675 | 302 | 373 |
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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Khalikote Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanaka?
- Kanaka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanaka?
- The pincode of Kanaka is 761028, 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 1,631, with 868 males and 763 females.
- How many households are there in Kanaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanaka village has a total of 361 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanaka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanaka is 58.61%. The male literacy rate is 65.21%, while the female literacy rate is 51.11%.