Kanchia
Kanchia is a village located in Dharmasala tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Dharmasala (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Badakanichi is the gram panchayat of Kanchia village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchia unique in its vibrant Dharmasala-Jajapur region. You’ll see Kanchia’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 Kanchia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchia is 401291. The village spans a total geographical area of 41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755024. Cuttack is nearest town to Kanchia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
Google Map of Kanchia
Population of Kanchia
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchia has a total population of about 440, with approximately 218 males and 222 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 110 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 185. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.73%, with male literacy at about 74.31% and female literacy near 61.26%. There are around 103 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 440 | 218 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 93 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 162 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 56 | 86 |
Connectivity of Kanchia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchia. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchia 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 Kanchia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchia
- Where is Kanchia located?
- Kanchia village is situated in Dharmasala Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanchia is Badakanichi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanchia?
- The pincode of Kanchia is 755024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanchia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchia is 440, with 218 males and 222 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchia village has a total of 103 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchia is 67.73%. The male literacy rate is 74.31%, while the female literacy rate is 61.26%.