Kuanarpur - Astaranga, Puri
Kuanarpur is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Patalada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuanarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuanarpur is 409243. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Kuanarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuanarpur
As per Census 2011, Kuanarpur village has a total population of 575 people, consisting of 294 males and 281 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 447 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuanarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 575 | 294 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 31 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 94 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 447 | 240 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 54 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Kuanarpur
Kuanarpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kantapayara | West | 1.01 km |
| Patalada | South | 1.17 km |
| Gudubani | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Timar | East | 1.56 km |
| Kuhudi | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Malada | West | 1.81 km |
| Silari | West | 1.82 km |
| Astaranga | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Kusumbar | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Kanamana | South | 2.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuanarpur
Kuanarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Kuanarpur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kuanarpur is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuanarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuanarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kuanarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuanarpur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kuanarpur
Where is Kuanarpur located?
Kuanarpur village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuanarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuanarpur is Patalada.
What is the pincode of Kuanarpur?
The pincode of Kuanarpur is 752109.
What is the population of Kuanarpur?
Kuanarpur has a total population of 575, including 294 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Kuanarpur?
There are 120 households in Kuanarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kuanarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuanarpur is 77.74%. Male literacy is 81.63% and female literacy is 73.67%.