Kanchanpur - Utraula, Balrampur
Kanchanpur is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Kanchanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchanpur is 174047. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.65 hectares and falls under the 271306 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kanchanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanchanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchanpur village had a total population of 908 people, including 413 males and 495 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 1,199 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.83%, with male literacy at 41.37% and female literacy at 24.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 908 | 413 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 106 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 29 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 127 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 286 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchanpur
Kanchanpur 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 Kanchanpur
Kanchanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Utraula to Kanchanpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Kanchanpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanchanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kanchanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchanpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kanchanpur
Where is Kanchanpur located?
Kanchanpur village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanchanpur?
Kanchanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanchanpur?
The pincode of Kanchanpur is 271306.
What is the population of Kanchanpur?
Kanchanpur had a total population of 908, including 413 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Kanchanpur?
Kanchanpur had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchanpur was 31.83%. Male literacy was 41.37% and female literacy was 24.57%.