Kanauri - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Kanauri is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Kanauri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanauri is 055826. The village covers a total geographical area of 235.37 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kanauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanauri
According to the 2011 Census, Kanauri village had a total population of 1,821 people, including 977 males and 844 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.54%, with male literacy at 81.58% and female literacy at 60.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110.
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 | 1,821 | 977 | 844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 152 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,106 | 673 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 304 | 411 |
Nearby Villages of Kanauri
Kanauri 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 Kanauri
Kanauri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kanauri.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Kanauri is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Kanauri is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanauri 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 Kanauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanauri 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 Kanauri
Where is Kanauri located?
Kanauri village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanauri?
Kanauri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanauri?
The pincode of Kanauri is 262401.
What is the population of Kanauri?
Kanauri had a total population of 1,821, including 977 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Kanauri?
Kanauri had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanauri was 71.54%. Male literacy was 81.58% and female literacy was 60.06%.