Kanair - Samba
Kanair is a village situated in the Samba tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Samba, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Kard serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanair is 006360. The village covers a total geographical area of 509.9 hectares and falls under the 184121 pincode.
Kanair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanair
According to the 2011 Census, Kanair village had a total population of 177 people, including 94 males and 83 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.60%, with male literacy at 69.33% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 177 | 94 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 19 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 52 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 42 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Kanair
Kanair 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 Kanair
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kanair.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Samba to Kanair is about 14 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 Kanair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanair village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanair 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanair
Where is Kanair located?
Kanair village is located in Samba Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanair?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanair is Kard.
What is the pincode of Kanair?
The pincode of Kanair is 184121.
What is the population of Kanair?
Kanair had a total population of 177, including 94 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Kanair?
Kanair had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanair was 59.60%. Male literacy was 69.33% and female literacy was 50.00%.