Kanwan
Kanwan is a village located in Tan Kuppa subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Tan Kuppa (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Utali Bara is the gram panchayat of Kanwan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanwan unique in its vibrant Tan Kuppa-Gaya region. You’ll see Kanwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kanwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanwan is 256649. The village spans a total geographical area of 213 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 824232. Gaya is nearest town to Kanwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Kanwan
Population of Kanwan
According to the 2011 Census, Kanwan has a total population of about 1,610, with approximately 830 males and 780 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 312 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 717 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.48%, with male literacy at about 42.29% and female literacy near 22.05%. There are around 287 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,610 | 830 | 780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 164 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 717 | 378 | 339 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 523 | 351 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,087 | 479 | 608 |
Connectivity of Kanwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanwan. As per the 2011 stats, Kanwan 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanwan
- Where is Kanwan located?
- Kanwan village is situated in Tan Kuppa Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanwan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanwan is Utali Bara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanwan?
- The pincode of Kanwan is 824232, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanwan is 1,610, with 830 males and 780 females.
- How many households are there in Kanwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanwan village has a total of 287 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanwan is 32.48%. The male literacy rate is 42.29%, while the female literacy rate is 22.05%.