Kanaura - Kasya, Kushinagar
Kanaura is a village situated in the Kasya tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasya and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Kanaura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanaura is 189327. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.8 hectares and falls under the 274401 pincode.
Kanaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fazilnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Deoria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanaura
As per Census 2011, Kanaura village has a total population of 2,243 people, consisting of 1,139 males and 1,104 females. The village has 347 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,260 literate and 983 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 324 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanaura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,243 | 1,139 | 1,104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 167 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 100 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 324 | 164 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 1,260 | 750 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 983 | 389 | 594 |
Nearby Villages of Kanaura
Kanaura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishun Pura | South | 0.66 km |
| Mundera Urf Mugalhi | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Rahasujanubi Patti | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Dhanaha | East | 1.54 km |
| Narayanpur | West | 1.65 km |
| Jauramanrakhan | South | 1.73 km |
| Banraha Narhar Patti | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Laxmipur | East | 2.26 km |
| Amwa Sri Bubey | East | 2.31 km |
| Saraini Khas | South-West | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanaura
Kanaura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chaf Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.2 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kushinagar to Kanaura is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kanaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanaura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kanaura
Where is Kanaura located?
Kanaura village is located in Kasya Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanaura?
Kanaura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanaura?
The pincode of Kanaura is 274401.
What is the population of Kanaura?
Kanaura has a total population of 2,243, including 1,139 males and 1,104 females.
How many households are there in Kanaura?
There are 347 households in Kanaura.
What is the literacy rate in Kanaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanaura is 56.17%. Male literacy is 65.85% and female literacy is 46.20%.