Kanser - Bhaderwah, Doda
Kanser is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Dandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanser village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanser is 004496. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 182222 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kanser village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanser
According to the 2011 Census, Kanser village had a total population of 429 people, including 219 males and 210 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.80%, with male literacy at 86.56% and female literacy at 62.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 429.
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 | 429 | 219 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 429 | 219 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 161 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 58 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Kanser
Kanser 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 Kanser
Public transport in the Kanser is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwah to Kanser is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Kanser is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanser
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanser village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanser
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanser 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 Kanser
Where is Kanser located?
Kanser village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanser?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanser is Dandi.
What is the pincode of Kanser?
The pincode of Kanser is 182222.
What is the population of Kanser?
Kanser had a total population of 429, including 219 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Kanser?
Kanser had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanser?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanser was 74.80%. Male literacy was 86.56% and female literacy was 62.84%.