Kanagan - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Kanagan is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kanagam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanagan is 428768. The village covers a total geographical area of 206 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Kanagan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanagan
As per Census 2011, Kanagan village has a total population of 955 people, consisting of 444 males and 511 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 1,150 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 355 literate and 600 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 854 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanagan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 955 | 444 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 76 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 13 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 854 | 401 | 453 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 226 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 600 | 218 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Kanagan
Kanagan 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 Kanagan
Public transport in the Kanagan 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kanagan is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kanagan is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanagan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanagan 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 Kanagan
Where is Kanagan located?
Kanagan village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanagan is Kanagam.
What is the pincode of Kanagan?
The pincode of Kanagan is 764027.
What is the population of Kanagan?
Kanagan has a total population of 955, including 444 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Kanagan?
There are 185 households in Kanagan.
What is the literacy rate in Kanagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanagan is 37.17%. Male literacy is 50.90% and female literacy is 25.24%.