Kanilwan - Bijbehara, Anantnag
Kanilwan is a village situated in the Bijbehara tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijbehara and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Kanalwan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kanilwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanilwan is 003607. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.8 hectares and falls under the 192124 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kanilwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijbehara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanilwan
According to the 2011 Census, Kanilwan village had a total population of 3,822 people, including 1,877 males and 1,945 females, living in 561 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.49%, with male literacy at 70.97% and female literacy at 50.63%.
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 | 3,822 | 1,877 | 1,945 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 303 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,963 | 1,117 | 846 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,859 | 760 | 1,099 |
Nearby Villages of Kanilwan
Kanilwan 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 Kanilwan
Kanilwan 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 Kanilwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Beijbehara to Kanilwan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Kanilwan is about 13 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 Kanilwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanilwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanilwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanilwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kanilwan
Where is Kanilwan located?
Kanilwan village is located in Bijbehara Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kanilwan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kanilwan is Kanalwan.
What is the pincode of Kanilwan?
The pincode of Kanilwan is 192124.
What is the population of Kanilwan?
Kanilwan had a total population of 3,822, including 1,877 males and 1,945 females.
How many households are there in Kanilwan?
Kanilwan had 561 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanilwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanilwan was 60.49%. Male literacy was 70.97% and female literacy was 50.63%.