Kanehar - Baroh, Kangra
Kanehar is a village situated in the Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Khawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanehar is 010137. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.97 hectares and falls under the 176054 pincode. Nagrota Bagwan is the nearest town.
Kanehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanehar
According to the 2011 Census, Kanehar village had a total population of 160 people, including 80 males and 80 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.62%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 81.58%.
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 | 160 | 80 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 17 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Kanehar
Kanehar 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 Kanehar
Kanehar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Kanehar is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanehar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanehar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanehar
Where is Kanehar located?
Kanehar village is located in Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanehar is Khawa.
What is the pincode of Kanehar?
The pincode of Kanehar is 176054.
What is the population of Kanehar?
Kanehar had a total population of 160, including 80 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Kanehar?
Kanehar had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanehar was 85.62%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 81.58%.