Kanjakana - Kashipur, Rayagada
Kanjakana is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Renga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanjakana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanjakana is 425941. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kanjakana 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 Kanjakana
As per Census 2011, Kanjakana village has a total population of 190 people, consisting of 91 males and 99 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,087 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 175 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanjakana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 91 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 79 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 56 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Kanjakana
Kanjakana 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 Kanjakana
Kanjakana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kanjakana is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kanjakana is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanjakana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanjakana 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanjakana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanjakana 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 Kanjakana
Where is Kanjakana located?
Kanjakana village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanjakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanjakana is Renga.
What is the pincode of Kanjakana?
The pincode of Kanjakana is 765015.
What is the population of Kanjakana?
Kanjakana has a total population of 190, including 91 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Kanjakana?
There are 49 households in Kanjakana.
What is the literacy rate in Kanjakana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanjakana is 31.05%. Male literacy is 38.46% and female literacy is 24.24%.