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.
Here you can discover what makes Kanhwa unique in its vibrant Parihar-Sitamarhi region. You’ll see Kanhwa’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 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.
Google Map of Kanhwa
Population of Kanhwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kanhwa has a total population of about 13,203, with approximately 6,900 males and 6,303 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,680 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 293 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 32.03%, with male literacy at about 38.35% and female literacy near 25.12%. There are around 2,526 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanhwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.