Kanalus
Kanalus is a village located in Lalpur taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Lalpur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Kanalus village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanalus unique in its vibrant Lalpur-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Kanalus’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kanalus
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanalus is 513877. The village spans a total geographical area of 2142.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361280. Jamnagar is nearest town to Kanalus village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanalus village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanalus
Population of Kanalus
According to the 2011 Census, Kanalus has a total population of about 2,342, with approximately 1,200 males and 1,142 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 330 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 406 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.86%, with male literacy at about 71.50% and female literacy near 57.88%. There are around 469 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanalus's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,342 | 1,200 | 1,142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 174 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 406 | 193 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,519 | 858 | 661 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 342 | 481 |
Connectivity of Kanalus
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanalus. As per the 2011 stats, Kanalus had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Kanalus
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanalus helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanalus.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanalus
- Where is Kanalus located?
- Kanalus village is situated in Lalpur Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanalus?
- Kanalus serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanalus?
- The pincode of Kanalus is 361280, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanalus as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanalus is 2,342, with 1,200 males and 1,142 females.
- How many households are there in Kanalus as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanalus village has a total of 469 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanalus as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanalus is 64.86%. The male literacy rate is 71.50%, while the female literacy rate is 57.88%.