Kanhauli - Khajauli, Madhubani
Kanhauli is a village situated in the Khajauli subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajauli and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Inrwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanhauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanhauli is 220222. The village covers a total geographical area of 581.17 hectares and falls under the 847228 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kanhauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Babubarhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanhauli
As per Census 2011, Kanhauli village has a total population of 8,145 people, consisting of 4,181 males and 3,964 females. The village has 1,600 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,508 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,227 literate and 3,918 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,442 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanhauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,145 | 4,181 | 3,964 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,508 | 731 | 777 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,442 | 737 | 705 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,227 | 2,681 | 1,546 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,918 | 1,500 | 2,418 |
Nearby Villages of Kanhauli
Kanhauli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Maina | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Khajauli | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Maniarwa | West | 2.29 km |
| Hariswara | South | 2.31 km |
| Behta | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Inarwa | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Maheshwara | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Suki | North | 3.17 km |
| Akaspura | South | 3.33 km |
| Madna | South | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanhauli
Public transport in the Kanhauli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khajauli, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jainagar to Kanhauli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Kanhauli is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanhauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanhauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kanhauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanhauli 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kanhauli
Where is Kanhauli located?
Kanhauli village is located in Khajauli Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanhauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanhauli is Inrwa.
What is the pincode of Kanhauli?
The pincode of Kanhauli is 847228.
What is the population of Kanhauli?
Kanhauli has a total population of 8,145, including 4,181 males and 3,964 females.
How many households are there in Kanhauli?
There are 1,600 households in Kanhauli.
What is the literacy rate in Kanhauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanhauli is 51.90%. Male literacy is 64.12% and female literacy is 39.00%.