Kanakpur - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Kanakpur 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 village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanakpur is 055653. The village covers a total geographical area of 296.78 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kanakpur 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 Kanakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanakpur village had a total population of 788 people, including 435 males and 353 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 811 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.65%, with male literacy at 84.18% and female literacy at 76.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 185.
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 | 788 | 435 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 62 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 107 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 314 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 121 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Kanakpur
Kanakpur 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 Kanakpur
Kanakpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Kanakpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kashipur to Kanakpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Kanakpur 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 Kanakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanakpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kanakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanakpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kanakpur
Where is Kanakpur located?
Kanakpur village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanakpur?
Kanakpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanakpur?
The pincode of Kanakpur is 244713.
What is the population of Kanakpur?
Kanakpur had a total population of 788, including 435 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Kanakpur?
Kanakpur had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanakpur was 80.65%. Male literacy was 84.18% and female literacy was 76.38%.