Kanchana
Kanchana is a village located in Khalikote tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Khalikote (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Kanchana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchana unique in its vibrant Khalikote-Ganjam region. You’ll see Kanchana’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 Kanchana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchana is 411901. The village spans a total geographical area of 742 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761031. Khalikote is nearest town to Kanchana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kanchana
Population of Kanchana
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchana has a total population of about 2,786, with approximately 1,495 males and 1,291 females. The sex ratio is around 863 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 336 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 488 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 55.35%, with male literacy at about 63.21% and female literacy near 46.24%. There are around 572 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,786 | 1,495 | 1,291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 176 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 254 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,542 | 945 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,244 | 550 | 694 |
Connectivity of Kanchana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchana. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanchana
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchana
- Where is Kanchana located?
- Kanchana village is situated in Khalikote Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchana?
- Kanchana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanchana?
- The pincode of Kanchana is 761031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanchana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchana is 2,786, with 1,495 males and 1,291 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchana village has a total of 572 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchana is 55.35%. The male literacy rate is 63.21%, while the female literacy rate is 46.24%.