Kanai

Kanai is a village located in Charpokhari subdivision of Bhojpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Charpokhari (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Arrah. As per 2009 stats, Thakuri is the gram panchayat of Kanai village.

Kanai has its own place in the vibrant Bhojpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kanai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanai is 247466. The village spans a total geographical area of 202 hectares. Piro is nearest town to Kanai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Kanai

Below is a concise population overview of Kanai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,025 1,056 969
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 326 172 154
Scheduled Castes (SC) 377 191 186
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,184 745 439
Illiterate Population 841 311 530

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanai village:

  • The total population of Kanai village is around 2,025, including approximately 1,056 males and 969 females, with a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 326 children aged 0–6 years in Kanai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanai village has 377 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kanai village is about 58.47%, with male literacy at 70.55% and female literacy at 45.30%.
  • There are around 262 households in Kanai village.

Connectivity of Kanai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanai. As per the 2011 stats, Kanai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kanai

Knowing the nearby villages of Kanai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanai.

Nagraon Harpur Dhusra Thakuri Jaitpura Kasmariya Dhob Diha Madarha Madarhi Panraria Dumariya

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanai

Where is Kanai located?
Kanai village is situated in Charpokhari Subdivision, within the Bhojpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanai is Thakuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kanai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanai is 2,025, with 1,056 males and 969 females.
How many households are there in Kanai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanai village has a total of 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanai is 58.47%. The male literacy rate is 70.55%, while the female literacy rate is 45.30%.