Kannette - Nowshera, Rajouri
Kannette is a village situated in the Nowshera tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 24 km from Nowshera and around 74 km from Rajouri. Bhawani-a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kannette village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kannette is 001568. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.7 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kannette village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kannette
According to the 2011 Census, Kannette village had a total population of 375 people, including 189 males and 186 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.40%, with male literacy at 78.85% and female literacy at 60.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 375 | 189 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 50 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 123 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 66 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Kannette
Kannette 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 Kannette
Kannette is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nowshera to Kannette is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Kannette is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kannette
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kannette village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kannette
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kannette village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kannette
Where is Kannette located?
Kannette village is located in Nowshera Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kannette?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kannette is Bhawani-a.
What is the pincode of Kannette?
The pincode of Kannette is 185151.
What is the population of Kannette?
Kannette had a total population of 375, including 189 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Kannette?
Kannette had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kannette?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kannette was 69.40%. Male literacy was 78.85% and female literacy was 60.25%.