Kanyasahi - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Kanyasahi is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pasara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanyasahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanyasahi is 416036. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kanyasahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanyasahi
As per Census 2011, Kanyasahi village has a total population of 87 people, consisting of 37 males and 50 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,351 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 53 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanyasahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87 | 37 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 36 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 7 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Kanyasahi
Kanyasahi 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 Kanyasahi
Kanyasahi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Kanyasahi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kanyasahi 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 Kanyasahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanyasahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanyasahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanyasahi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanyasahi
Where is Kanyasahi located?
Kanyasahi village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanyasahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanyasahi is Pasara.
What is the pincode of Kanyasahi?
The pincode of Kanyasahi is 762100.
What is the population of Kanyasahi?
Kanyasahi has a total population of 87, including 37 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Kanyasahi?
There are 20 households in Kanyasahi.
What is the literacy rate in Kanyasahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanyasahi is 60.92%. Male literacy is 81.08% and female literacy is 46.00%.