Kanchanpur - Chunar, Mirzapur
Kanchanpur is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Kanchanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchanpur is 212833. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.87 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode.
Kanchanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marihan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanchanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchanpur village had a total population of 586 people, including 339 males and 247 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 729 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.06%, with male literacy at 76.14% and female literacy at 52.17%. 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 | 586 | 339 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 54 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 60 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 217 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 122 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchanpur
Kanchanpur 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 Kanchanpur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kanchanpur.
| 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 Mirzapur to Kanchanpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanchanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchanpur 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 Kanchanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchanpur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanchanpur
Where is Kanchanpur located?
Kanchanpur village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanchanpur?
Kanchanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanchanpur?
The pincode of Kanchanpur is 231304.
What is the population of Kanchanpur?
Kanchanpur had a total population of 586, including 339 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Kanchanpur?
Kanchanpur had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchanpur was 66.06%. Male literacy was 76.14% and female literacy was 52.17%.