Chanakpur - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Chanakpur is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Kanakpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanakpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanakpur is 055654. The village covers a total geographical area of 209.92 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chanakpur 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 Kashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chanakpur village had a total population of 135 people, including 72 males and 63 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.97%, with male literacy at 87.30% and female literacy at 67.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 135 | 72 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 55 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 17 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Chanakpur
Chanakpur 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 Chanakpur
Chanakpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Chanakpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kashipur to Chanakpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Chanakpur 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 Chanakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanakpur 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 Chanakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanakpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chanakpur
Where is Chanakpur located?
Chanakpur village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chanakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanakpur is Kanakpur.
What is the pincode of Chanakpur?
The pincode of Chanakpur is 244713.
What is the population of Chanakpur?
Chanakpur had a total population of 135, including 72 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Chanakpur?
Chanakpur had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanakpur was 77.97%. Male literacy was 87.30% and female literacy was 67.27%.