Kanikpur - Ramnagar, Bara Banki
Kanikpur is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Ruhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanikpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanikpur is 164286. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 225304 pincode.
Kanikpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ram Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanikpur
As per Census 2011, Kanikpur village has a total population of 254 people, consisting of 120 males and 134 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,116 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanikpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 254 | 120 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 92 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 28 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Kanikpur
Kanikpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Masudpur | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Gagaura | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Aalemau | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Chhandwal | South | 1.58 km |
| Rammadai | North | 1.65 km |
| Banmau | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Dhadhauri | West | 2.08 km |
| Ruhera | East | 2.23 km |
| Parbatpur | North | 2.26 km |
| Dhadhara | West | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanikpur
Kanikpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sundhiamau, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Barabanki to Kanikpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanikpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanikpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanikpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanikpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanikpur
Where is Kanikpur located?
Kanikpur village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanikpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanikpur is Ruhera.
What is the pincode of Kanikpur?
The pincode of Kanikpur is 225304.
What is the population of Kanikpur?
Kanikpur has a total population of 254, including 120 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Kanikpur?
There are 46 households in Kanikpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kanikpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanikpur is 66.14%. Male literacy is 76.67% and female literacy is 56.72%.