Kanhal
Kanhal is a village located in Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Bishnah (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Kanhal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanhal unique in its vibrant Bishnah-Jammu region. You’ll see Kanhal’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 Kanhal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanhal is 006186. The village spans a total geographical area of 115.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181132. Bishnah is nearest town to Kanhal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanhal 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 Bishnah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanhal
Population of Kanhal
According to the 2011 Census, Kanhal has a total population of about 1,820, with approximately 940 males and 880 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 194 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 626 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 78.19%, with male literacy at about 85.21% and female literacy near 70.68%. There are around 376 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanhal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,820 | 940 | 880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 96 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 626 | 325 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,423 | 801 | 622 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 139 | 258 |
Connectivity of Kanhal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanhal. As per the 2011 stats, Kanhal 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 Kanhal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanhal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanhal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanhal
- Where is Kanhal located?
- Kanhal village is situated in Bishnah Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanhal?
- Kanhal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanhal?
- The pincode of Kanhal is 181132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanhal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanhal is 1,820, with 940 males and 880 females.
- How many households are there in Kanhal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanhal village has a total of 376 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanhal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanhal is 78.19%. The male literacy rate is 85.21%, while the female literacy rate is 70.68%.