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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kanana village had a total population of 73 people, including 42 males and 31 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 738 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.08%, with male literacy at 92.11% and female literacy at 70.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 73, including 42 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Kanana?
Kanana had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanana was 83.08%. Male literacy was 92.11% and female literacy was 70.37%.