Kanarsuan - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Kanarsuan is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lathikata and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Suidihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanarsuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanarsuan is 384622. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Kanarsuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghunathpali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanarsuan
According to the 2011 Census, Kanarsuan village had a total population of 411 people, including 206 males and 205 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.42%, with male literacy at 82.58% and female literacy at 52.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 369.
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 | 411 | 206 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 369 | 188 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 147 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 59 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Kanarsuan
Kanarsuan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lohadar | West | 1.81 km |
| Karlakhaman | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Sunaparbat | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Kulamunda | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Manko | East | 3.73 km |
| Suidihi | West | 3.75 km |
| Sansunaparbat | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Asurchhapal | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Raniberna | South | 4.65 km |
| Mundajore | North-East | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanarsuan
Kanarsuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lathikata, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Kanarsuan is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kanarsuan is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanarsuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanarsuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanarsuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanarsuan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanarsuan
Where is Kanarsuan located?
Kanarsuan village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanarsuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanarsuan is Suidihi.
What is the pincode of Kanarsuan?
The pincode of Kanarsuan is 770037.
What is the population of Kanarsuan?
Kanarsuan had a total population of 411, including 206 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Kanarsuan?
Kanarsuan had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanarsuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanarsuan was 67.42%. Male literacy was 82.58% and female literacy was 52.00%.