Kanne - Sarahan, Shimla
Kanne is a village situated in the Sarahan tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 169 km from Shimla. Sarahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanne village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanne is 023542. The village covers a total geographical area of 562 hectares and falls under the 172102 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Kanne village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanne
According to the 2011 Census, Kanne village had a total population of 998 people, including 528 males and 470 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.12%, with male literacy at 87.24% and female literacy at 67.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 409, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 998 | 528 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 208 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 31 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 714 | 424 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 104 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Kanne
Kanne 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 Kanne
Kanne 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 Shimla to Kanne is about 169 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanne
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanne village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kanne
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanne village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kanne
Where is Kanne located?
Kanne village is located in Sarahan Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanne?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanne is Sarahan.
What is the pincode of Kanne?
The pincode of Kanne is 172102.
What is the population of Kanne?
Kanne had a total population of 998, including 528 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Kanne?
Kanne had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanne?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanne was 78.12%. Male literacy was 87.24% and female literacy was 67.76%.