Kanapaju - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Kanapaju is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasapalla and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Kalasakhaman serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanapaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanapaju is 405472. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 752084 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kanapaju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanapaju
According to the 2011 Census, Kanapaju village had a total population of 45 people, including 16 males and 29 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.16%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 52.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 45 | 16 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 16 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 5 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Kanapaju
Kanapaju 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 Kanapaju
Kanapaju 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 5-10 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 Nayagarh to Kanapaju is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanapaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanapaju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanapaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanapaju 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanapaju
Where is Kanapaju located?
Kanapaju village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanapaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanapaju is Kalasakhaman.
What is the pincode of Kanapaju?
The pincode of Kanapaju is 752084.
What is the population of Kanapaju?
Kanapaju had a total population of 45, including 16 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Kanapaju?
Kanapaju had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanapaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanapaju was 63.16%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 52.00%.