Kanashi
Kanashi is a village located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 34km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Kanashi village. As per 2009 stats, Satog is the gram panchayat of Kanashi village.
Kanashi has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 Kanashi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanashi is 025259. The village spans a total geographical area of 105.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171209. Theog is nearest town to Kanashi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kanashi 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 Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanashi
Population of Kanashi
Below is a concise population overview of Kanashi 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 | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 53 | 33 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 9 | 14 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanashi village:
- The total population of Kanashi village is around 76, including approximately 42 males and 34 females, with a sex ratio of 809 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 10 children aged 0–6 years in Kanashi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanashi village has 21 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kanashi village is about 69.74%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 58.82%.
- There are around 12 households in Kanashi village.
Connectivity of Kanashi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanashi. As per the 2011 stats, Kanashi 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanashi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanashi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanashi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanashi
- Where is Kanashi located?
- Kanashi village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanashi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanashi is Satog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanashi?
- The pincode of Kanashi is 171209, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanashi is 76, with 42 males and 34 females.
- How many households are there in Kanashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanashi village has a total of 12 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanashi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanashi is 69.74%. The male literacy rate is 78.57%, while the female literacy rate is 58.82%.