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.
Kanej has its own place in the vibrant Mandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Kanej as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanej village:
- The total population of Kanej village is around 199, including approximately 108 males and 91 females, with a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Kanej village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanej village has 11 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kanej village is about 67.34%, with male literacy at 75.93% and female literacy at 57.14%.
- There are around 47 households in Kanej village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.