Kanchamuhin - Kashipur, Rayagada
Kanchamuhin is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Badairukubadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanchamuhin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchamuhin is 425914. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kanchamuhin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanchamuhin
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchamuhin village had a total population of 35 people, including 15 males and 20 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.50%, with male literacy at 9.09% and female literacy at 15.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 35.
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 | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 14 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchamuhin
Kanchamuhin 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 Kanchamuhin
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kanchamuhin.
| 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 Rayagada to Kanchamuhin is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kanchamuhin is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanchamuhin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchamuhin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanchamuhin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchamuhin 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 Kanchamuhin
Where is Kanchamuhin located?
Kanchamuhin village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanchamuhin?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanchamuhin is Badairukubadi.
What is the pincode of Kanchamuhin?
The pincode of Kanchamuhin is 765015.
What is the population of Kanchamuhin?
Kanchamuhin had a total population of 35, including 15 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Kanchamuhin?
Kanchamuhin had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchamuhin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchamuhin was 12.50%. Male literacy was 9.09% and female literacy was 15.38%.