Kaniyel - Kathlal, Kheda
Kaniyel is a village situated in the Kathlal taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kathlal and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Kaniyel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaniyel is 517397. The village covers a total geographical area of 1101.68 hectares and falls under the 387365 pincode. Kathlal is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kaniyel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapadvanj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaniyel
As per Census 2011, Kaniyel village has a total population of 6,824 people, consisting of 3,539 males and 3,285 females. The village has 1,376 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 860 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,999 literate and 1,825 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaniyel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,824 | 3,539 | 3,285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 860 | 465 | 395 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 67 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,999 | 2,875 | 2,124 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,825 | 664 | 1,161 |
Nearby Villages of Kaniyel
Kaniyel 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 Kaniyel
Kaniyel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kaniyel has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kathlal to Kaniyel is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Kaniyel is about 37 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 Kaniyel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaniyel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kaniyel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaniyel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaniyel
Where is Kaniyel located?
Kaniyel village is located in Kathlal Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaniyel?
Kaniyel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaniyel?
The pincode of Kaniyel is 387365.
What is the population of Kaniyel?
Kaniyel has a total population of 6,824, including 3,539 males and 3,285 females.
How many households are there in Kaniyel?
There are 1,376 households in Kaniyel.
What is the literacy rate in Kaniyel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaniyel is 73.26%. Male literacy is 81.24% and female literacy is 64.66%.