Kanakpur - Nagina, Bijnor
Kanakpur is a village situated in the Nagina tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagina and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Kanakpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanakpur is 112682. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.78 hectares and falls under the 246763 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kanakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barhapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Moradabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanakpur
As per Census 2011, Kanakpur village has a total population of 563 people, consisting of 301 males and 262 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 366 literate and 197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanakpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 563 | 301 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 215 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 86 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Kanakpur
Kanakpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamalpur Dikli | East | 0.57 km |
| Afjalpur Bhau | West | 0.68 km |
| Alampur | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Vishnavala | North | 1.32 km |
| Nangla Ladda | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Asdullapur Khalsa | South | 1.42 km |
| Faijulapur Mahesh | North | 1.50 km |
| Gyaspur | East | 1.54 km |
| Bahadurpur | South | 1.61 km |
| Barkatpur | South-East | 1.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanakpur
Kanakpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bundki, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bijnor to Kanakpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Kanakpur 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 Kanakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanakpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanakpur 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 Kanakpur
Where is Kanakpur located?
Kanakpur village is located in Nagina Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanakpur?
Kanakpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanakpur?
The pincode of Kanakpur is 246763.
What is the population of Kanakpur?
Kanakpur has a total population of 563, including 301 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Kanakpur?
There are 90 households in Kanakpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kanakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanakpur is 65.01%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 57.63%.