Kanoh
Kanoh is a village located in Barsar tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 32km away from district headquarter Barsar. Barsar is the sub-district headquarter of Kanoh village. As per 2009 stats, Kanoh village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanoh unique in its vibrant Barsar-Hamirpur region. You’ll see Kanoh’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 Kanoh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanoh is 017530. The village spans a total geographical area of 278 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174304. Bhota is nearest town to Kanoh village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kanoh 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 Barsar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanoh
Population of Kanoh
According to the 2011 Census, Kanoh has a total population of about 669, with approximately 289 males and 380 females. The sex ratio is around 1314 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 143 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.91%, with male literacy at about 88.58% and female literacy near 76.84%. There are around 170 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanoh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 669 | 289 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 69 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 548 | 256 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 33 | 88 |
Connectivity of Kanoh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanoh. As per the 2011 stats, Kanoh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanoh
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanoh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanoh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanoh
- Where is Kanoh located?
- Kanoh village is situated in Barsar Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanoh?
- Kanoh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanoh?
- The pincode of Kanoh is 174304, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanoh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanoh is 669, with 289 males and 380 females.
- How many households are there in Kanoh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanoh village has a total of 170 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanoh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanoh is 81.91%. The male literacy rate is 88.58%, while the female literacy rate is 76.84%.