Kahanpur
Kahanpur is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Kahanpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kahanpur unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Kahanpur’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 Kahanpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kahanpur is 027444. The village spans a total geographical area of 278 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145023. Pathankot is nearest town to Kahanpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kahanpur
Population of Kahanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kahanpur has a total population of about 2,745, with approximately 1,407 males and 1,338 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 351 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 947 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.51%, with male literacy at about 73.63% and female literacy near 65.17%. There are around 537 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kahanpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,745 | 1,407 | 1,338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 190 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 947 | 487 | 460 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,908 | 1,036 | 872 |
| Illiterate Population | 837 | 371 | 466 |
Connectivity of Kahanpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kahanpur. As per the 2011 stats, Kahanpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kahanpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kahanpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kahanpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kahanpur
- Where is Kahanpur located?
- Kahanpur village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kahanpur?
- Kahanpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kahanpur?
- The pincode of Kahanpur is 145023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kahanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kahanpur is 2,745, with 1,407 males and 1,338 females.
- How many households are there in Kahanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kahanpur village has a total of 537 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kahanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kahanpur is 69.51%. The male literacy rate is 73.63%, while the female literacy rate is 65.17%.