Kanair
Kanair is a village located in Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 54km away from district headquarter Kandaghat. Kandaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Kanair village. As per 2009 stats, Kanair village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanair unique in its vibrant Kandaghat-Solan region. You’ll see Kanair’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 Kanair
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanair is 022237. The village spans a total geographical area of 106.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173207. Shimla is nearest town to Kanair village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kanair 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 Solan 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 Kanair
Population of Kanair
According to the 2011 Census, Kanair has a total population of about 299, with approximately 150 males and 149 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 25 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 102 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 86.96%, with male literacy at about 88.00% and female literacy near 85.91%. There are around 57 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanair's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 299 | 150 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 48 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 260 | 132 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 18 | 21 |
Connectivity of Kanair
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanair. As per the 2011 stats, Kanair 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanair
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanair helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanair.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanair
- Where is Kanair located?
- Kanair village is situated in Kandaghat Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanair?
- Kanair serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanair?
- The pincode of Kanair is 173207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanair as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanair is 299, with 150 males and 149 females.
- How many households are there in Kanair as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanair village has a total of 57 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanair as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanair is 86.96%. The male literacy rate is 88.00%, while the female literacy rate is 85.91%.