Kanipada - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Kanipada is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Erasama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanipada is 397347. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 754139 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kanipada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanipada
According to the 2011 Census, Kanipada village had a total population of 127 people, including 55 males and 72 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,309 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.04%, with male literacy at 96.23% and female literacy at 88.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 127 | 55 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 2 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 4 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Kanipada
Kanipada 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 Kanipada
Kanipada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kanipada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paradip to Kanipada is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Kanipada is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanipada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanipada 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kanipada
Where is Kanipada located?
Kanipada village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanipada is Erasama.
What is the pincode of Kanipada?
The pincode of Kanipada is 754139.
What is the population of Kanipada?
Kanipada had a total population of 127, including 55 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Kanipada?
Kanipada had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanipada was 92.04%. Male literacy was 96.23% and female literacy was 88.33%.