Kanej
Kanej is a village located in Nihri tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 89km away from district headquarter Nihri. Nihri is the sub-district headquarter of Kanej village. As per 2009 stats, Kutwahchi Ghr is the gram panchayat of Kanej village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanej unique in its vibrant Nihri-Mandi region. You’ll see Kanej’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 Kanej
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanej is 015759. The village spans a total geographical area of 141.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175031. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Kanej village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kanej 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 Nachan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanej
Population of Kanej
According to the 2011 Census, Kanej has a total population of about 199, with approximately 108 males and 91 females. The sex ratio is around 842 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 20 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 11 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 67.34%, with male literacy at about 75.93% and female literacy near 57.14%. There are around 47 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanej's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 199 | 108 | 91 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 134 | 82 | 52 |
Illiterate Population | 65 | 26 | 39 |
Connectivity of Kanej
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanej. As per the 2011 stats, Kanej had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanej
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanej helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanej.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanej
- Where is Kanej located?
- Kanej village is situated in Nihri Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanej?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanej is Kutwahchi Ghr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanej?
- The pincode of Kanej is 175031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanej as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanej is 199, with 108 males and 91 females.
- How many households are there in Kanej as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanej village has a total of 47 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanej as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanej is 67.34%. The male literacy rate is 75.93%, while the female literacy rate is 57.14%.