Kaner - Dhari, Amreli
Kaner is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Kaner village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaner is 515710. The village covers a total geographical area of 582.06 hectares and falls under the 365630 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kaner village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaner
According to the 2011 Census, Kaner village had a total population of 970 people, including 478 males and 492 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.52%, with male literacy at 77.14% and female literacy at 62.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 170.
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 | 970 | 478 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 58 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 84 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 602 | 324 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 154 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Kaner
Kaner 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 Kaner
Kaner is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Kaner is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Kaner is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaner
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaner village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kaner
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaner village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kaner
Where is Kaner located?
Kaner village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaner?
Kaner is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaner?
The pincode of Kaner is 365630.
What is the population of Kaner?
Kaner had a total population of 970, including 478 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Kaner?
Kaner had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaner?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaner was 69.52%. Male literacy was 77.14% and female literacy was 62.33%.