Kanaura - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Kanaura is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Kanaura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanaura is 055830. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.37 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kanaura 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 Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanaura
According to the 2011 Census, Kanaura village had a total population of 3,589 people, including 1,864 males and 1,725 females, living in 598 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.63%, with male literacy at 76.43% and female literacy at 52.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 3,589 | 1,864 | 1,725 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 589 | 324 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,939 | 1,177 | 762 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,650 | 687 | 963 |
Nearby Villages of Kanaura
Kanaura 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 Kanaura
Kanaura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kanaura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Kanaura is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Kanaura is about 41 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 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 Kanaura
Where is Kanaura located?
Kanaura village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, 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 262401.
What is the population of Kanaura?
Kanaura had a total population of 3,589, including 1,864 males and 1,725 females.
How many households are there in Kanaura?
Kanaura had 598 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanaura was 64.63%. Male literacy was 76.43% and female literacy was 52.19%.