Kahanvadi - Anklav, Anand
Kahanvadi is a village situated in the Anklav taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anklav and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Kanvadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kahanvadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kahanvadi is 517140. The village covers a total geographical area of 522.63 hectares and falls under the 388307 pincode. Anklav is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kahanvadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anklav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kahanvadi
As per Census 2011, Kahanvadi village has a total population of 6,394 people, consisting of 3,329 males and 3,065 females. The village has 1,324 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 810 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,276 literate and 2,118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kahanvadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,394 | 3,329 | 3,065 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 810 | 429 | 381 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 60 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,276 | 2,603 | 1,673 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,118 | 726 | 1,392 |
Nearby Villages of Kahanvadi
Kahanvadi 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 Kahanvadi
Kahanvadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anklav to Kahanvadi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Kahanvadi is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kahanvadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kahanvadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kahanvadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kahanvadi 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kahanvadi
Where is Kahanvadi located?
Kahanvadi village is located in Anklav Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kahanvadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kahanvadi is Kanvadi.
What is the pincode of Kahanvadi?
The pincode of Kahanvadi is 388307.
What is the population of Kahanvadi?
Kahanvadi has a total population of 6,394, including 3,329 males and 3,065 females.
How many households are there in Kahanvadi?
There are 1,324 households in Kahanvadi.
What is the literacy rate in Kahanvadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kahanvadi is 66.88%. Male literacy is 78.19% and female literacy is 54.58%.