Kanho - Kasauli, Solan
Kanho is a village situated in the Kasauli tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Kotla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanho village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanho is 021638. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.54 hectares and falls under the 173209 pincode. Dagshai is the nearest town.
Kanho village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanho
According to the 2011 Census, Kanho village had a total population of 186 people, including 98 males and 88 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.53%, with male literacy at 83.72% and female literacy at 72.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 186 | 98 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 65 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 72 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 26 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Kanho
Kanho 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 Kanho
Kanho is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kanho.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Kanho is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanho
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanho village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanho
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanho village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanho
Where is Kanho located?
Kanho village is located in Kasauli Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanho?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanho is Kotla.
What is the pincode of Kanho?
The pincode of Kanho is 173209.
What is the population of Kanho?
Kanho had a total population of 186, including 98 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Kanho?
Kanho had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanho?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanho was 78.53%. Male literacy was 83.72% and female literacy was 72.73%.