Kaniat
Kaniat is a village located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 82km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Kaniat village. As per 2009 stats, Dhasoli is the gram panchayat of Kaniat village.
Here you can discover what makes Kaniat unique in its vibrant Jawali-Kangra region. You’ll see Kaniat’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 Kaniat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaniat is 009078. The village spans a total geographical area of 143 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176021. Nurpur is nearest town to Kaniat village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kaniat
Population of Kaniat
According to the 2011 Census, Kaniat has a total population of about 712, with approximately 386 males and 326 females. The sex ratio is around 844 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 112 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 74.02%, with male literacy at about 77.72% and female literacy near 69.63%. There are around 154 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaniat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 712 | 386 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 527 | 300 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 86 | 99 |
Connectivity of Kaniat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaniat. As per the 2011 stats, Kaniat 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaniat
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaniat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaniat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaniat
- Where is Kaniat located?
- Kaniat village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaniat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kaniat is Dhasoli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kaniat?
- The pincode of Kaniat is 176021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaniat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaniat is 712, with 386 males and 326 females.
- How many households are there in Kaniat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaniat village has a total of 154 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaniat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaniat is 74.02%. The male literacy rate is 77.72%, while the female literacy rate is 69.63%.