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
As per Census 2011, Kanarsuan village has a total population of 411 people, consisting of 206 males and 205 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 369 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanarsuan are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 411, including 206 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Kanarsuan?
There are 103 households in Kanarsuan.
What is the literacy rate in Kanarsuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanarsuan is 57.91%. Male literacy is 71.36% and female literacy is 44.39%.