Kanaura - Padrauna, Kushinagar
Kanaura is a village situated in the Padrauna tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padrauna and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Ahirauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanaura is 188492. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.19 hectares and falls under the 274307 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
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 Padrauna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kushi Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanaura
According to the 2011 Census, Kanaura village had a total population of 516 people, including 265 males and 251 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.71%, with male literacy at 84.02% and female literacy at 65.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 516 | 265 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 58 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 184 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 81 | 110 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garib Chhapra | West | 0.51 km |
| Birbal Chhapra | South-East | 0.81 km |
| Misrauli | West | 1.07 km |
| Siswa Goiti | South | 1.59 km |
| Gohti Khurd | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Dhanha | North | 1.76 km |
| Gohti Buzurg | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Pakhanha | East | 1.86 km |
| Mania Chhapra | East | 1.92 km |
| Dibni | South-East | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanaura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kanaura. The nearest railway station is Paniahwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 28 km, with a usual travel time of 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Kanaura
Where is Kanaura located?
Kanaura village is located in Padrauna Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanaura is Ahirauli.
What is the pincode of Kanaura?
The pincode of Kanaura is 274307.
What is the population of Kanaura?
Kanaura had a total population of 516, including 265 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Kanaura?
Kanaura had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanaura was 74.71%. Male literacy was 84.02% and female literacy was 65.28%.