Kanikapur - Harraiya, Basti
Kanikapur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Ghooranpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanikapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanikapur is 179015. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.55 hectares and falls under the 272163 pincode. Basti is the nearest town.
Kanikapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanikapur
As per Census 2011, Kanikapur village has a total population of 8 people, consisting of 4 males and 4 females. The village has 1 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The village has 7 literate and 1 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanikapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | - | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Kanikapur
Kanikapur 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 Kanikapur
Kanikapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Kanikapur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanikapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanikapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanikapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanikapur 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 Kanikapur
Where is Kanikapur located?
Kanikapur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanikapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanikapur is Ghooranpur.
What is the pincode of Kanikapur?
The pincode of Kanikapur is 272163.
What is the population of Kanikapur?
Kanikapur has a total population of 8, including 4 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Kanikapur?
There are 1 households in Kanikapur.
What is the literacy rate in Kanikapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanikapur is 87.50%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 75.00%.