Kanana - Solan
Kanana is a village situated in the Solan tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Neri Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanana is 022011. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.69 hectares and falls under the 173212 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Kanana 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 Kanana
As per Census 2011, Kanana village has a total population of 73 people, consisting of 42 males and 31 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 738 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 54 literate and 19 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 35 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 7 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Kanana
Kanana 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 Kanana
Kanana 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 Solan to Kanana is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanana 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kanana
Where is Kanana located?
Kanana village is located in Solan Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanana is Neri Kalan.
What is the pincode of Kanana?
The pincode of Kanana is 173212.
What is the population of Kanana?
Kanana has a total population of 73, including 42 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Kanana?
There are 14 households in Kanana.
What is the literacy rate in Kanana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanana is 73.97%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 61.29%.