Kanagam
Kanagam is a village located in Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Boriguma (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Konagam is the gram panchayat of Kanagam village.
Kanagam has its own place in the vibrant Koraput region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kanagam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanagam is 428247. The village spans a total geographical area of 1039 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764056. Sunabeda is nearest town to Kanagam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanagam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanagam
Population of Kanagam
Below is a concise population overview of Kanagam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,117 | 1,032 | 1,085 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 200 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 598 | 293 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 706 | 335 | 371 |
| Literate Population | 781 | 484 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,336 | 548 | 788 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanagam village:
- The total population of Kanagam village is around 2,117, including approximately 1,032 males and 1,085 females, with a sex ratio of 1051 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 384 children aged 0–6 years in Kanagam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanagam village has 598 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 706 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanagam village is about 36.89%, with male literacy at 46.90% and female literacy at 27.37%.
- There are around 565 households in Kanagam village.
Connectivity of Kanagam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanagam. As per the 2011 stats, Kanagam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanagam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanagam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanagam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanagam
- Where is Kanagam located?
- Kanagam village is situated in Boriguma Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanagam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanagam is Konagam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanagam?
- The pincode of Kanagam is 764056, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanagam is 2,117, with 1,032 males and 1,085 females.
- How many households are there in Kanagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanagam village has a total of 565 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanagam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanagam is 36.89%. The male literacy rate is 46.90%, while the female literacy rate is 27.37%.