Kanachai
Kanachai is a village located in Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Polasara (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Kanachai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanachai unique in its vibrant Polasara-Ganjam region. You’ll see Kanachai’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 Kanachai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanachai is 411497. The village spans a total geographical area of 403 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761118. Buguda is nearest town to Kanachai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Kanachai
Population of Kanachai
According to the 2011 Census, Kanachai has a total population of about 2,450, with approximately 1,220 males and 1,230 females. The sex ratio is around 1008 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 280 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 554 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 63.55%, with male literacy at about 70.74% and female literacy near 56.42%. There are around 510 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanachai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,450 | 1,220 | 1,230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 146 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 256 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,557 | 863 | 694 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 357 | 536 |
Connectivity of Kanachai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanachai. As per the 2011 stats, Kanachai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanachai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanachai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanachai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanachai
- Where is Kanachai located?
- Kanachai village is situated in Polasara Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanachai?
- Kanachai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanachai?
- The pincode of Kanachai is 761118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanachai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanachai is 2,450, with 1,220 males and 1,230 females.
- How many households are there in Kanachai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanachai village has a total of 510 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanachai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanachai is 63.55%. The male literacy rate is 70.74%, while the female literacy rate is 56.42%.