Kanyakuda - Nimapada, Puri
Kanyakuda is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Uchhupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanyakuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanyakuda is 409068. The village covers a total geographical area of 12 hectares and falls under the 752105 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kanyakuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanyakuda
According to the 2011 Census, Kanyakuda village had a total population of 41 people, including 21 males and 20 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.78%, with male literacy at 85.00% and female literacy at 82.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 4 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Kanyakuda
Kanyakuda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Daspurusottampur | South-West | 0.56 km |
| Bandhapadadas Purusottampur | North | 1.17 km |
| Sandhagorada | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Kolhana | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Ghodak | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Kotakosanga | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Sanasurubila | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Brahmankhandi | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Balipada | North | 1.67 km |
| Beruhansasan | East | 1.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanyakuda
Kanyakuda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bir Purushottampur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Kanyakuda is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kanyakuda 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 Kanyakuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanyakuda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanyakuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanyakuda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanyakuda
Where is Kanyakuda located?
Kanyakuda village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanyakuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanyakuda is Uchhupur.
What is the pincode of Kanyakuda?
The pincode of Kanyakuda is 752105.
What is the population of Kanyakuda?
Kanyakuda had a total population of 41, including 21 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Kanyakuda?
Kanyakuda had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanyakuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanyakuda was 83.78%. Male literacy was 85.00% and female literacy was 82.35%.