Kumkhara - Ghatampur, Kanpur Nagar
Kumkhara is a village situated in the Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatampur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Asadhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumkhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumkhara is 150762. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.6 hectares and falls under the 209206 pincode. Ghatampur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kumkhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghatampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kumkhara
According to the 2011 Census, Kumkhara village had a total population of 355 people, including 196 males and 159 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 811 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.93%, with male literacy at 87.65% and female literacy at 70.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 355 | 196 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 55 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 149 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 47 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Kumkhara
Kumkhara 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 Kumkhara
Kumkhara 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 located within >10 km of Kumkhara.
| 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 Ghatampur to Kumkhara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Kumkhara is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumkhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumkhara 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kumkhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumkhara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kumkhara
Where is Kumkhara located?
Kumkhara village is located in Ghatampur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumkhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumkhara is Asadhana.
What is the pincode of Kumkhara?
The pincode of Kumkhara is 209206.
What is the population of Kumkhara?
Kumkhara had a total population of 355, including 196 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Kumkhara?
Kumkhara had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kumkhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumkhara was 79.93%. Male literacy was 87.65% and female literacy was 70.15%.