Kansar - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Kansar is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kundheidiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kansar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kansar is 385036. The village covers a total geographical area of 514 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Kansar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kansar
According to the 2011 Census, Kansar village had a total population of 901 people, including 444 males and 457 females, living in 237 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.56%, with male literacy at 82.37% and female literacy at 55.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 731.
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 | 901 | 444 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 731 | 356 | 375 |
| Literate Population | 530 | 313 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 131 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Kansar
Kansar 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 Kansar
Kansar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Kansar is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kansar is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kansar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kansar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kansar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kansar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kansar
Where is Kansar located?
Kansar village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kansar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kansar is Kundheidiha.
What is the pincode of Kansar?
The pincode of Kansar is 770043.
What is the population of Kansar?
Kansar had a total population of 901, including 444 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Kansar?
Kansar had 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kansar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kansar was 68.56%. Male literacy was 82.37% and female literacy was 55.22%.