Kanhauli - Sonbarsa, Sitamarhi
Kanhauli is a village situated in the Sonbarsa subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonbarsa and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Kanhauli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanhauli is 219072. The village covers a total geographical area of 790 hectares and falls under the 843317 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 27 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 Bathnaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitamarhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanhauli
According to the 2011 Census, Kanhauli village had a total population of 9,038 people, including 4,785 males and 4,253 females, living in 1,755 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.09%, with male literacy at 70.18% and female literacy at 46.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 816.
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 | 9,038 | 4,785 | 4,253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,708 | 915 | 793 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 816 | 406 | 410 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,331 | 2,716 | 1,615 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,707 | 2,069 | 2,638 |
Nearby Villages of Kanhauli
Kanhauli 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 Kanhauli
Kanhauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Kanhauli is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kanhauli
Where is Kanhauli located?
Kanhauli village is located in Sonbarsa Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanhauli?
Kanhauli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanhauli?
The pincode of Kanhauli is 843317.
What is the population of Kanhauli?
Kanhauli had a total population of 9,038, including 4,785 males and 4,253 females.
How many households are there in Kanhauli?
Kanhauli had 1,755 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanhauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanhauli was 59.09%. Male literacy was 70.18% and female literacy was 46.68%.