Kankanaput - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Kankanaput is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 108 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Langalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankanaput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankanaput is 428674. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Kankanaput 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 Kankanaput
As per Census 2011, Kankanaput village has a total population of 153 people, consisting of 78 males and 75 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kankanaput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 153 | 78 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 78 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 19 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 59 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Kankanaput
Kankanaput 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 Kankanaput
Kankanaput is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Kankanaput is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kankanaput is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankanaput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankanaput 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 Kankanaput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankanaput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kankanaput
Where is Kankanaput located?
Kankanaput village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankanaput?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankanaput is Langalapada.
What is the pincode of Kankanaput?
The pincode of Kankanaput is 764014.
What is the population of Kankanaput?
Kankanaput has a total population of 153, including 78 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Kankanaput?
There are 31 households in Kankanaput.
What is the literacy rate in Kankanaput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankanaput is 15.69%. Male literacy is 24.36% and female literacy is 6.67%.