Kanad
About Kanad
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kanad village is 516386. Kanad village is located in Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Sihor (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Kanad village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2009.09 hectares. Kanad has a total population of 1,291 peoples, out of which male population is 676 while female population is 615. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 909 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kanad village is 57.94% out of which 60.50% males and 55.12% females are literate. There are about 243 houses in kanad village. Pincode of kanad village locality is 364240.
When it comes to administration, Kanad village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kanad village comes under Palitana Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency. Sihor is nearest town to kanad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Kanad
The population details of Kanad cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,291 | 676 | 615 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 215 | 117 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 155 | 87 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 748 | 409 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 267 | 276 |
Connectivity of Kanad
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kanad
Where is Kanad located?
Kanad village is situated in Sihor Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanad?
Kanad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kanad?
The pincode of Kanad is 364240, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanad is 1,291, with 676 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Kanad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanad village has a total of 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanad is 57.94%. The male literacy rate is 60.50%, while the female literacy rate is 55.12%.