Kanpada - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Kanpada is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Somapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanpada is 397424. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 754139 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Kanpada 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 Kanpada
According to the 2011 Census, Kanpada village had a total population of 426 people, including 205 males and 221 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.08%, with male literacy at 96.77% and female literacy at 93.50%.
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 | 426 | 205 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 180 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 25 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Kanpada
Kanpada 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 Kanpada
Public transport in the Kanpada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kanpada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kanpada is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Kanpada is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanpada 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanpada
Where is Kanpada located?
Kanpada village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanpada is Somapur.
What is the pincode of Kanpada?
The pincode of Kanpada is 754139.
What is the population of Kanpada?
Kanpada had a total population of 426, including 205 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Kanpada?
Kanpada had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanpada was 95.08%. Male literacy was 96.77% and female literacy was 93.50%.