Kanai
Kanai is a village located in Janjgir tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from Janjgir, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kanai village. As per 2009 stats, Kanai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanai unique in its vibrant Janjgir-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Kanai’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 Kanai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanai is 436559. The village spans a total geographical area of 202.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494635. Champa is nearest town to Kanai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jajgir-champa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanai
Population of Kanai
According to the 2011 Census, Kanai has a total population of about 1,166, with approximately 584 males and 582 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 227 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 691 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.38%, with male literacy at about 66.61% and female literacy near 48.11%. There are around 255 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,166 | 584 | 582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 120 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 691 | 349 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 669 | 389 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 195 | 302 |
Connectivity of Kanai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanai. As per the 2011 stats, Kanai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanai
- Where is Kanai located?
- Kanai village is situated in Janjgir Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanai?
- Kanai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanai?
- The pincode of Kanai is 494635, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanai is 1,166, with 584 males and 582 females.
- How many households are there in Kanai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanai village has a total of 255 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanai is 57.38%. The male literacy rate is 66.61%, while the female literacy rate is 48.11%.