Kanhera
Kanhera is a village located in Isagarh tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Isagarh (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Kanhera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanhera unique in its vibrant Isagarh-Ashoknagar region. You’ll see Kanhera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kanhera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanhera is 500122. The village spans a total geographical area of 416 hectares. Ashoknagar is nearest town to Kanhera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanhera village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanhera
Population of Kanhera
According to the 2011 Census, Kanhera has a total population of about 791, with approximately 403 males and 388 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 99 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 220 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 130. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.08%, with male literacy at about 74.69% and female literacy near 51.03%. There are around 206 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanhera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 791 | 403 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 42 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 101 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 64 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 301 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 102 | 190 |
Connectivity of Kanhera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanhera. As per the 2011 stats, Kanhera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanhera
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanhera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanhera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanhera
- Where is Kanhera located?
- Kanhera village is situated in Isagarh Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanhera?
- Kanhera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kanhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanhera is 791, with 403 males and 388 females.
- How many households are there in Kanhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanhera village has a total of 206 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanhera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanhera is 63.08%. The male literacy rate is 74.69%, while the female literacy rate is 51.03%.