Kanakpur - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Kanakpur is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Kanakpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanakpur is 055950. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.81 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Rudrapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kanakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanakpur
As per Census 2011, Kanakpur village has a total population of 1,052 people, consisting of 537 males and 515 females. The village has 194 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 621 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanakpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,052 | 537 | 515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 145 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 621 | 346 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 191 | 240 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kanakpur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kanakpur.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudrapur to Kanakpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | 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 Kanakpur
Where is Kanakpur located?
Kanakpur village is located in Kichha 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 263148.
What is the population of Kanakpur?
Kanakpur has a total population of 1,052, including 537 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Kanakpur?
There are 194 households in Kanakpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kanakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanakpur is 59.03%. Male literacy is 64.43% and female literacy is 53.40%.