Kanpur - Mahakalapada, Kendrapara
Kanpur is a village situated in the Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahakalapada and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Bijayanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanpur is 397031. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 754224 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahakalapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanpur village had a total population of 357 people, including 179 males and 178 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.56%, with male literacy at 87.26% and female literacy at 72.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 357 | 179 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 137 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 42 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Kanpur
Kanpur 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 Kanpur
Kanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kendrapara to Kanpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Kanpur is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanpur 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanpur 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 Kanpur
Where is Kanpur located?
Kanpur village is located in Mahakalapada Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanpur is Bijayanagar.
What is the pincode of Kanpur?
The pincode of Kanpur is 754224.
What is the population of Kanpur?
Kanpur had a total population of 357, including 179 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Kanpur?
Kanpur had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanpur was 79.56%. Male literacy was 87.26% and female literacy was 72.05%.