Kanchan Pura - Kathumar, Alwar
Kanchan Pura is a village situated in the Kathumar tehsil of Alwar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kathumar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Alwar. Kuttin Sahabdas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanchan Pura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchan Pura is 073828. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.2 hectares and falls under the 321606 pincode. Kherli is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kanchan Pura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kathumar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanchan Pura
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchan Pura village had a total population of 327 people, including 173 males and 154 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.17%, with male literacy at 87.26% and female literacy at 50.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 319.
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 | 327 | 173 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 319 | 169 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 137 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 36 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchan Pura
Kanchan Pura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kanchan Pura
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kanchan Pura. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kanchan Pura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kherli to Kanchan Pura is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alwar to Kanchan Pura is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanchan Pura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchan Pura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanchan Pura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchan Pura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kanchan Pura
Where is Kanchan Pura located?
Kanchan Pura village is located in Kathumar Tehsil, Alwar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanchan Pura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanchan Pura is Kuttin Sahabdas.
What is the pincode of Kanchan Pura?
The pincode of Kanchan Pura is 321606.
What is the population of Kanchan Pura?
Kanchan Pura had a total population of 327, including 173 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Kanchan Pura?
Kanchan Pura had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchan Pura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchan Pura was 70.17%. Male literacy was 87.26% and female literacy was 50.72%.