Kanak Nagar - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Kanak Nagar is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Krushnanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanak Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanak Nagar is 395771. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kanak Nagar 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 Kanak Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Kanak Nagar village had a total population of 627 people, including 324 males and 303 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.44%, with male literacy at 95.99% and female literacy at 73.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 627 | 324 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 50 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 263 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 61 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Kanak Nagar
Kanak Nagar 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 Kanak Nagar
Public transport in the Kanak Nagar 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Kanak Nagar is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Kanak Nagar is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanak Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanak Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kanak Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanak Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kanak Nagar
Where is Kanak Nagar located?
Kanak Nagar village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanak Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanak Nagar is Krushnanagar.
What is the pincode of Kanak Nagar?
The pincode of Kanak Nagar is 754248.
What is the population of Kanak Nagar?
Kanak Nagar had a total population of 627, including 324 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Kanak Nagar?
Kanak Nagar had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanak Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanak Nagar was 85.44%. Male literacy was 95.99% and female literacy was 73.79%.