Kaniya
Kaniya is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 113km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Kaniya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kaniya unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Kaniya’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 Kaniya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaniya is 498105. The village spans a total geographical area of 434.62 hectares. Malajkhand is nearest town to Kaniya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kaniya 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 Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kaniya
Population of Kaniya
According to the 2011 Census, Kaniya has a total population of about 1,395, with approximately 714 males and 681 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 188 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.56%, with male literacy at about 65.55% and female literacy near 47.14%. There are around 277 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaniya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,395 | 714 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 92 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 789 | 468 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 606 | 246 | 360 |
Connectivity of Kaniya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaniya. As per the 2011 stats, Kaniya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaniya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaniya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaniya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaniya
- Where is Kaniya located?
- Kaniya village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaniya?
- Kaniya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kaniya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaniya is 1,395, with 714 males and 681 females.
- How many households are there in Kaniya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaniya village has a total of 277 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaniya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaniya is 56.56%. The male literacy rate is 65.55%, while the female literacy rate is 47.14%.