Kanaktora
Kanaktora is a village located in Rengali tehsil of Jharsuguda district in Odisha, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Rengali (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Jharsuguda. As per 2009 stats, Kanaktora village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanaktora unique in its vibrant Rengali-Jharsuguda region. You’ll see Kanaktora’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 Kanaktora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanaktora is 380953. The village spans a total geographical area of 749 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768226. Belpahar is nearest town to Kanaktora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanaktora village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bargarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanaktora
Population of Kanaktora
According to the 2011 Census, Kanaktora has a total population of about 1,871, with approximately 953 males and 918 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 216 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 253 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 530. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.44%, with male literacy at about 81.95% and female literacy near 64.60%. There are around 429 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanaktora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,871 | 953 | 918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 106 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 119 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 530 | 275 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 1,374 | 781 | 593 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 172 | 325 |
Connectivity of Kanaktora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanaktora. As per the 2011 stats, Kanaktora had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanaktora
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanaktora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanaktora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanaktora
- Where is Kanaktora located?
- Kanaktora village is situated in Rengali Tehsil, within the Jharsuguda district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanaktora?
- Kanaktora serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanaktora?
- The pincode of Kanaktora is 768226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanaktora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanaktora is 1,871, with 953 males and 918 females.
- How many households are there in Kanaktora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanaktora village has a total of 429 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanaktora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanaktora is 73.44%. The male literacy rate is 81.95%, while the female literacy rate is 64.60%.