Kanheipur - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Kanheipur is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Siala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanheipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanheipur is 410206. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Chhatrapur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kanheipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanheipur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanheipur village had a total population of 425 people, including 220 males and 205 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.45%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 63.19%.
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 | 425 | 220 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 38 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 156 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 64 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Kanheipur
Kanheipur 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 Kanheipur
Kanheipur 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 >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 Chhatrapur to Kanheipur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kanheipur is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanheipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanheipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanheipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanheipur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanheipur
Where is Kanheipur located?
Kanheipur village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanheipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanheipur is Siala.
What is the pincode of Kanheipur?
The pincode of Kanheipur is 752032.
What is the population of Kanheipur?
Kanheipur had a total population of 425, including 220 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Kanheipur?
Kanheipur had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanheipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanheipur was 74.45%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 63.19%.