Kanafulia - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Kanafulia is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Gupti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanafulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanafulia is 395977. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Kanafulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanafulia
As per Census 2011, Kanafulia village has a total population of 326 people, consisting of 164 males and 162 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 287 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanafulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 164 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 40 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 141 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 23 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Kanafulia
Kanafulia 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 Kanafulia
Kanafulia 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 >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 Pattamundai to Kanafulia is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Kanafulia is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanafulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanafulia 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanafulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanafulia 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 Kanafulia
Where is Kanafulia located?
Kanafulia village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanafulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanafulia is Gupti.
What is the pincode of Kanafulia?
The pincode of Kanafulia is 754225.
What is the population of Kanafulia?
Kanafulia has a total population of 326, including 164 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Kanafulia?
There are 74 households in Kanafulia.
What is the literacy rate in Kanafulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanafulia is 88.04%. Male literacy is 85.98% and female literacy is 90.12%.