Kahanpur
Kahanpur is a village located in Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Anandpur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Kahanpur Khuhi is the gram panchayat of Kahanpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kahanpur unique in its vibrant Anandpur Sahib-Rupnagar 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 038349. The village spans a total geographical area of 259 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140111. Nangal 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 685, with approximately 362 males and 323 females. The sex ratio is around 892 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 62 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 70.95%, with male literacy at about 79.28% and female literacy near 61.61%. There are around 121 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 | 685 | 362 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 486 | 287 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 75 | 124 |
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kahanpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kahanpur is Kahanpur Khuhi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kahanpur?
- The pincode of Kahanpur is 140111, 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 685, with 362 males and 323 females.
- How many households are there in Kahanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kahanpur village has a total of 121 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kahanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kahanpur is 70.95%. The male literacy rate is 79.28%, while the female literacy rate is 61.61%.