Kanad - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Kanad is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Kanad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanad is 516386. The village covers a total geographical area of 2009.09 hectares and falls under the 364240 pincode. Sihor is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kanad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanad
According to the 2011 Census, Kanad village had a total population of 1,291 people, including 676 males and 615 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.52%, with male literacy at 73.17% and female literacy at 65.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,291 | 676 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 117 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 87 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 748 | 409 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 267 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Kanad
Kanad 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 Kanad
Kanad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Kanad has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihor to Kanad is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Kanad is about 32 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 Kanad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanad 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 Kanad
Where is Kanad located?
Kanad village is located in Sihor Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanad?
Kanad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanad?
The pincode of Kanad is 364240.
What is the population of Kanad?
Kanad had a total population of 1,291, including 676 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Kanad?
Kanad had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanad was 69.52%. Male literacy was 73.17% and female literacy was 65.57%.