Kanwanrahi - Puraini, Madhepura
Kanwanrahi is a village situated in the Puraini subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraini and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Durgapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanwanrahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanwanrahi is 226138. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 852116 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kanwanrahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanwanrahi
According to the 2011 Census, Kanwanrahi village had a total population of 269 people, including 148 males and 121 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 818 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.54%, with male literacy at 72.27% and female literacy at 36.84%.
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 | 269 | 148 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 86 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 62 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Kanwanrahi
Kanwanrahi 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 Kanwanrahi
Kanwanrahi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Kanwanrahi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Kanwanrahi is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanwanrahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanwanrahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanwanrahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanwanrahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kanwanrahi
Where is Kanwanrahi located?
Kanwanrahi village is located in Puraini Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanwanrahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanwanrahi is Durgapur.
What is the pincode of Kanwanrahi?
The pincode of Kanwanrahi is 852116.
What is the population of Kanwanrahi?
Kanwanrahi had a total population of 269, including 148 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Kanwanrahi?
Kanwanrahi had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanwanrahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanwanrahi was 56.54%. Male literacy was 72.27% and female literacy was 36.84%.