Kanakatora
Kanakatora is a village located in Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Hemgir (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Kanaktura is the gram panchayat of Kanakatora village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanakatora unique in its vibrant Hemgir-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Kanakatora’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kanakatora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanakatora is 383584. The village spans a total geographical area of 832 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770072. Brajarajnagar is nearest town to Kanakatora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Kanakatora
According to the 2011 Census, Kanakatora has a total population of about 1,403, with approximately 702 males and 701 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 178 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 736. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.64%, with male literacy at about 75.21% and female literacy near 60.06%. There are around 358 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanakatora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,403 | 702 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 76 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 85 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 736 | 366 | 370 |
| Literate Population | 949 | 528 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 174 | 280 |
Connectivity of Kanakatora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanakatora. As per the 2011 stats, Kanakatora had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanakatora
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanakatora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanakatora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanakatora
- Where is Kanakatora located?
- Kanakatora village is situated in Hemgir Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanakatora?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanakatora is Kanaktura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanakatora?
- The pincode of Kanakatora is 770072, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanakatora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanakatora is 1,403, with 702 males and 701 females.
- How many households are there in Kanakatora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanakatora village has a total of 358 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanakatora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanakatora is 67.64%. The male literacy rate is 75.21%, while the female literacy rate is 60.06%.