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.
Kanchia has its own place in the vibrant Jajapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Kanchia
Below is a concise population overview of Kanchia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanchia village:
- The total population of Kanchia village is around 440, including approximately 218 males and 222 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Kanchia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanchia village has 110 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 185 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanchia village is about 67.73%, with male literacy at 74.31% and female literacy at 61.26%.
- There are around 103 households in Kanchia village.
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%.