Krushnanagar - Kanas, Puri
Krushnanagar is a village situated in the Kanas tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Satyabadi and around 35 km from Puri. Kanas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krushnanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krushnanagar is 409557. The village covers a total geographical area of 5 hectares and falls under the 752017 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Krushnanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satyabadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Krushnanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Krushnanagar village had a total population of 532 people, including 272 males and 260 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.13%, with male literacy at 90.08% and female literacy at 78.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 270, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 532 | 272 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 137 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 218 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 54 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Krushnanagar
Krushnanagar 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 Krushnanagar
Public transport in the Krushnanagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Krushnanagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Krushnanagar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Krushnanagar is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Krushnanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krushnanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Krushnanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krushnanagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Krushnanagar
Where is Krushnanagar located?
Krushnanagar village is located in Kanas Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krushnanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Krushnanagar is Kanas.
What is the pincode of Krushnanagar?
The pincode of Krushnanagar is 752017.
What is the population of Krushnanagar?
Krushnanagar had a total population of 532, including 272 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Krushnanagar?
Krushnanagar had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krushnanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krushnanagar was 84.13%. Male literacy was 90.08% and female literacy was 78.06%.