Kanhupur - Dharmasala, Jajpur
Kanhupur is a village situated in the Dharmasala tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Dharmasala and around 45 km from Jajapur . Thanual serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanhupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanhupur is 401185. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 755010 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kanhupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmasala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanhupur
As per Census 2011, Kanhupur village has a total population of 357 people, consisting of 190 males and 167 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanhupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 357 | 190 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 95 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 266 | 149 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 41 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Kanhupur
Kanhupur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jharsohal | South-East | 0.77 km |
| Bajabati | South-West | 1.04 km |
| Gangadharpur | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Telera | West | 1.51 km |
| Imamanagar | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Kanipatia | East | 1.71 km |
| Raghunathapur Sasan | North | 1.91 km |
| Nakua | West | 1.93 km |
| Khunta | South | 1.94 km |
| Panturi | North | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanhupur
Kanhupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Haridaspur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Kanhupur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Kanhupur 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 Kanhupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanhupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanhupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanhupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanhupur
Where is Kanhupur located?
Kanhupur village is located in Dharmasala Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanhupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanhupur is Thanual.
What is the pincode of Kanhupur?
The pincode of Kanhupur is 755010.
What is the population of Kanhupur?
Kanhupur has a total population of 357, including 190 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Kanhupur?
There are 80 households in Kanhupur.
What is the literacy rate in Kanhupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanhupur is 74.51%. Male literacy is 78.42% and female literacy is 70.06%.