Kanakatora - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Kanakatora is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kanaktura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanakatora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanakatora is 383584. The village covers a total geographical area of 832 hectares and falls under the 770072 pincode. Brajarajnagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kanakatora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kanakatora
As per Census 2011, Kanakatora village has a total population of 1,403 people, consisting of 702 males and 701 females. The village has 358 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 949 literate and 454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 736 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanakatora are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kanakatora
Kanakatora 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 Kanakatora
Kanakatora 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 Brajarajnagar to Kanakatora is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kanakatora is about 30 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 Kanakatora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanakatora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanakatora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanakatora 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanakatora
Where is Kanakatora located?
Kanakatora village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanakatora?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanakatora is Kanaktura.
What is the pincode of Kanakatora?
The pincode of Kanakatora is 770072.
What is the population of Kanakatora?
Kanakatora has a total population of 1,403, including 702 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Kanakatora?
There are 358 households in Kanakatora.
What is the literacy rate in Kanakatora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanakatora is 67.64%. Male literacy is 75.21% and female literacy is 60.06%.