Kanol - Baroh, Kangra
Kanol is a village situated in the Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Khawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanol is 010145. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.44 hectares and falls under the 176054 pincode. Nagrota Bagwan is the nearest town.
Kanol 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 Kanol
According to the 2011 Census, Kanol village had a total population of 192 people, including 94 males and 98 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.38%, with male literacy at 85.90% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 192 | 94 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 27 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Kanol
Kanol 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 Kanol
Kanol 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Kanol is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanol 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 Kanol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanol 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 Kanol
Where is Kanol located?
Kanol village is located in Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanol?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanol is Khawa.
What is the pincode of Kanol?
The pincode of Kanol is 176054.
What is the population of Kanol?
Kanol had a total population of 192, including 94 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Kanol?
Kanol had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanol was 80.38%. Male literacy was 85.90% and female literacy was 75.00%.