Kahnani - Ramshahr, Solan
Kahnani is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Baila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kahnani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kahnani is 020651. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Kahnani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kahnani
According to the 2011 Census, Kahnani village had a total population of 145 people, including 73 males and 72 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.48%, with male literacy at 92.96% and female literacy at 68.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 2 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 66 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 7 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Kahnani
Kahnani 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 Kahnani
Public transport in the Kahnani is mainly available through shared van 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 Solan to Kahnani is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kahnani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kahnani 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kahnani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kahnani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kahnani
Where is Kahnani located?
Kahnani village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kahnani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kahnani is Baila.
What is the pincode of Kahnani?
The pincode of Kahnani is 174102.
What is the population of Kahnani?
Kahnani had a total population of 145, including 73 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Kahnani?
Kahnani had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kahnani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kahnani was 81.48%. Male literacy was 92.96% and female literacy was 68.75%.