Kanika
Kanika is a village located in Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Hemgir (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Kanika village is also a gram panchayat.
Kanika has its own place in the vibrant Sundargarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kanika
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanika is 383599. The village spans a total geographical area of 773 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770075. Belpahar is nearest town to Kanika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Kanika
Population of Kanika
Below is a concise population overview of Kanika as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,587 | 1,700 | 1,887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 203 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 697 | 339 | 358 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,168 | 482 | 686 |
| Literate Population | 2,491 | 1,253 | 1,238 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,096 | 447 | 649 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanika village:
- The total population of Kanika village is around 3,587, including approximately 1,700 males and 1,887 females, with a sex ratio of 1110 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 404 children aged 0–6 years in Kanika village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanika village has 697 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,168 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanika village is about 69.45%, with male literacy at 73.71% and female literacy at 65.61%.
- There are around 851 households in Kanika village.
Connectivity of Kanika
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanika. As per the 2011 stats, Kanika had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Kanika
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanika helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanika.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanika
- Where is Kanika located?
- Kanika village is situated in Hemgir Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanika?
- Kanika serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanika?
- The pincode of Kanika is 770075, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanika is 3,587, with 1,700 males and 1,887 females.
- How many households are there in Kanika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanika village has a total of 851 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanika as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanika is 69.45%. The male literacy rate is 73.71%, while the female literacy rate is 65.61%.