Kanah - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Kanah is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Uidhampur. Kanah village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanah is 005082. The village covers a total geographical area of 796 hectares and falls under the 182122 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kanah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanah
As per Census 2011, Kanah village has a total population of 2,453 people, consisting of 1,303 males and 1,150 females. The village has 417 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 412 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,348 literate and 1,105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 599 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 253 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,453 | 1,303 | 1,150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 412 | 207 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 599 | 313 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 136 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 1,348 | 833 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,105 | 470 | 635 |
Nearby Villages of Kanah
Kanah is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalsar | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Thaplal | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Badhole | West | 2.61 km |
| Surni | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Prey | East | 3.32 km |
| Palarn | West | 3.66 km |
| Tagan | East | 5.12 km |
| Ghordi Khas | North-West | 5.51 km |
| Bari | East | 7.80 km |
| Ser Manjla | West | 7.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanah
Kanah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ram Nagar J K, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Kanah is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uidhampur to Kanah is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanah 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 Kanah
Where is Kanah located?
Kanah village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanah?
Kanah is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanah?
The pincode of Kanah is 182122.
What is the population of Kanah?
Kanah has a total population of 2,453, including 1,303 males and 1,150 females.
How many households are there in Kanah?
There are 417 households in Kanah.
What is the literacy rate in Kanah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanah is 54.95%. Male literacy is 63.93% and female literacy is 44.78%.