Kanchanchhera - Kanchanpur, North Tripura
Kanchanchhera is a village situated in the Kanchanpur subdivision of North Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 73 km from Kailasahar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchanchhera is 272714. The village covers a total geographical area of 1563 hectares and falls under the 799270 pincode. Kanchanpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kanchanchhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanchanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanchanchhera
As per Census 2011, Kanchanchhera village has a total population of 4,148 people, consisting of 2,131 males and 2,017 females. The village has 931 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 685 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,852 literate and 1,296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,184 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanchanchhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,148 | 2,131 | 2,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 685 | 352 | 333 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,184 | 1,141 | 1,043 |
| Literate Population | 2,852 | 1,572 | 1,280 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,296 | 559 | 737 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchanchhera
Kanchanchhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shibnagar | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Shantipur | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Kanchanpur | South-East | 4.90 km |
| Dewanbari | North-West | 4.91 km |
| Rabiraipara | South-West | 5.29 km |
| Chandipur | South-West | 7.68 km |
| Laljuri | North | 8.12 km |
| Jamaraipara | East | 8.45 km |
| Satnala | South-East | 10.00 km |
| Jayantipara | North-East | 10.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanchanchhera
Public transport in the Kanchanchhera is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pencharthal, while the nearest airport is Kailashahar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanchanpur to Kanchanchhera is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kailasahar to Kanchanchhera is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanchanchhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchanchhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanchanchhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchanchhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanchanchhera
Where is Kanchanchhera located?
Kanchanchhera village is located in Kanchanpur Subdivision, North Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the pincode of Kanchanchhera?
The pincode of Kanchanchhera is 799270.
What is the population of Kanchanchhera?
Kanchanchhera has a total population of 4,148, including 2,131 males and 2,017 females.
How many households are there in Kanchanchhera?
There are 931 households in Kanchanchhera.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchanchhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchanchhera is 68.76%. Male literacy is 73.77% and female literacy is 63.46%.