Kahanava - Jambusar, Bharuch
Kahanava is a village situated in the Jambusar taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jambusar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Kahanava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kahanava is 521876. The village covers a total geographical area of 972.97 hectares and falls under the 391810 pincode. Jambusar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kahanava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kahanava
As per Census 2011, Kahanava village has a total population of 8,809 people, consisting of 4,662 males and 4,147 females. The village has 1,915 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,764 literate and 3,045 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kahanava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,809 | 4,662 | 4,147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,169 | 610 | 559 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 175 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5,764 | 3,374 | 2,390 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,045 | 1,288 | 1,757 |
Nearby Villages of Kahanava
Kahanava 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 Kahanava
Kahanava is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kahanava.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jambusar to Kahanava is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Kahanava is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kahanava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kahanava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kahanava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kahanava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kahanava
Where is Kahanava located?
Kahanava village is located in Jambusar Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kahanava?
Kahanava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kahanava?
The pincode of Kahanava is 391810.
What is the population of Kahanava?
Kahanava has a total population of 8,809, including 4,662 males and 4,147 females.
How many households are there in Kahanava?
There are 1,915 households in Kahanava.
What is the literacy rate in Kahanava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kahanava is 65.43%. Male literacy is 72.37% and female literacy is 57.63%.