Kanagam
About Kanagam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kanagam village is 428247. Kanagam village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 1039 hectares. Kanagam has a total population of 2,117 peoples, out of which male population is 1,032 while female population is 1,085. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1051 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kanagam village is 36.89% out of which 46.90% males and 27.37% females are literate. There are about 565 houses in kanagam village. Pincode of kanagam village locality is 764056.
When it comes to administration, Kanagam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kanagam village comes under Kotpad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Nabarangpur Lok Sabha constituency. Sunabeda is nearest town to kanagam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
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Population of Kanagam
The population details of Kanagam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,117 | 1,032 | 1,085 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 384 | 200 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 598 | 293 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 706 | 335 | 371 |
| Literate Population | 781 | 484 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,336 | 548 | 788 |
Connectivity of Kanagam
| 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 |
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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%.