Kanaka - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Kanaka is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 97 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Tentulipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanaka is 428624. The village covers a total geographical area of 412 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Kanaka 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 Kanaka
As per Census 2011, Kanaka village has a total population of 539 people, consisting of 258 males and 281 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 152 literate and 387 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 520 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanaka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 539 | 258 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 57 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 520 | 250 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 103 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 155 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Kanaka
Kanaka 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 Kanaka
Public transport in the Kanaka 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 Sunabeda to Kanaka is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kanaka is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanaka 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanaka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanaka
Where is Kanaka located?
Kanaka village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanaka is Tentulipadar.
What is the pincode of Kanaka?
The pincode of Kanaka is 764014.
What is the population of Kanaka?
Kanaka has a total population of 539, including 258 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Kanaka?
There are 130 households in Kanaka.
What is the literacy rate in Kanaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanaka is 28.20%. Male literacy is 39.92% and female literacy is 17.44%.