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
According to the 2011 Census, Kania village had a total population of 1,224 people, including 657 males and 567 females, living in 283 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.98%, with male literacy at 85.48% and female literacy at 69.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32.
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 | 1,224 | 657 | 567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 58 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,224, including 657 males and 567 females.
How many households are there in Kania?
Kania had 283 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kania was 77.98%. Male literacy was 85.48% and female literacy was 69.31%.