Kania - Kakatpur, Puri
Kania is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bangurigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kania is 409187. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 752118 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Kania 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 Kania
As per Census 2011, Kania village has a total population of 1,224 people, consisting of 657 males and 567 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 871 literate and 353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,224 | 657 | 567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 58 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 871 | 512 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 145 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Kania
Kania 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 Kania
Public transport in the Kania is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Puri to Kania is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kania
Where is Kania located?
Kania village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kania?
The Gram Panchayat of Kania is Bangurigaon.
What is the pincode of Kania?
The pincode of Kania is 752118.
What is the population of Kania?
Kania has a total population of 1,224, including 657 males and 567 females.
How many households are there in Kania?
There are 283 households in Kania.
What is the literacy rate in Kania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kania is 71.16%. Male literacy is 77.93% and female literacy is 63.32%.