Kanhwa

Kanhwa is a village located in Parihar subdivision of Sitamarhi district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Parihar (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Sitamarhi. As per 2009 stats, Kanhawa is the gram panchayat of Kanhwa village.

Kanhwa has its own place in the vibrant Sitamarhi 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 Kanhwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanhwa is 219136. The village spans a total geographical area of 464 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 843324. Sitamarhi is nearest town to Kanhwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

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Population of Kanhwa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 13,203 6,900 6,303
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2,680 1,376 1,304
Scheduled Castes (SC) 293 158 135
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 4,229 2,646 1,583
Illiterate Population 8,974 4,254 4,720

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

  • The total population of Kanhwa village is around 13,203, including approximately 6,900 males and 6,303 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2,680 children aged 0–6 years in Kanhwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanhwa village has 293 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kanhwa village is about 32.03%, with male literacy at 38.35% and female literacy at 25.12%.
  • There are around 2,526 households in Kanhwa village.

Connectivity of Kanhwa

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

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

Nearby Villages of Kanhwa

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

Rajwara Bhanpur Malahi Khairwan Malahi Bhiswa Chiganwa Bela Khurd Bela Musharnia Mochhpa Kauni Gamharia Nocha Gorhari

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanhwa

Where is Kanhwa located?
Kanhwa village is situated in Parihar Subdivision, within the Sitamarhi district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanhwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanhwa is Kanhawa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kanhwa?
The pincode of Kanhwa is 843324, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanhwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanhwa is 13,203, with 6,900 males and 6,303 females.
How many households are there in Kanhwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanhwa village has a total of 2,526 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanhwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanhwa is 32.03%. The male literacy rate is 38.35%, while the female literacy rate is 25.12%.