Kanakapur - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Kanakapur is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Gupti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanakapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanakapur is 395978. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Kanakapur 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 Kanakapur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanakapur village had a total population of 114 people, including 56 males and 58 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.83%, with male literacy at 97.83% and female literacy at 94.00%.
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 | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 11 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Kanakapur
Kanakapur 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 Kanakapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kanakapur.
| 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 Kanakapur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Kanakapur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanakapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanakapur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanakapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanakapur 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 Kanakapur
Where is Kanakapur located?
Kanakapur village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanakapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanakapur is Gupti.
What is the pincode of Kanakapur?
The pincode of Kanakapur is 754225.
What is the population of Kanakapur?
Kanakapur had a total population of 114, including 56 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Kanakapur?
Kanakapur had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanakapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanakapur was 95.83%. Male literacy was 97.83% and female literacy was 94.00%.