Kanai
Kanai is a village located in Himatnagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 13km away from Himatnagar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kanai village. As per 2009 stats, Kanai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanai unique in its vibrant Himatnagar-Sabar Kantha region. You’ll see Kanai’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 Kanai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanai is 510471. The village spans a total geographical area of 802.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 383220. Himatnagar is nearest town to Kanai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Kanai
Population of Kanai
According to the 2011 Census, Kanai has a total population of about 2,223, with approximately 1,124 males and 1,099 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 291 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 429 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.56%, with male literacy at about 79.98% and female literacy near 64.97%. There are around 440 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,223 | 1,124 | 1,099 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 142 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 429 | 225 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,613 | 899 | 714 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 225 | 385 |
Connectivity of Kanai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanai. As per the 2011 stats, Kanai 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanai
- Where is Kanai located?
- Kanai village is situated in Himatnagar Taluka, within the Sabar Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanai?
- Kanai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanai?
- The pincode of Kanai is 383220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanai is 2,223, with 1,124 males and 1,099 females.
- How many households are there in Kanai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanai village has a total of 440 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanai is 72.56%. The male literacy rate is 79.98%, while the female literacy rate is 64.97%.