Kanai
Kanai is a village located in Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Paraswada (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Kanai village is also a gram panchayat.
Kanai has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kanai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanai is 498296. The village spans a total geographical area of 745.14 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Kanai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kanai 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 Paraswada 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 Kanai
Population of Kanai
Below is a concise population overview of Kanai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,582 | 789 | 793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 88 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 528 | 258 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 1,200 | 659 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 130 | 252 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanai village:
- The total population of Kanai village is around 1,582, including approximately 789 males and 793 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 175 children aged 0–6 years in Kanai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanai village has 51 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 528 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanai village is about 75.85%, with male literacy at 83.52% and female literacy at 68.22%.
- There are around 378 households in Kanai village.
Connectivity of Kanai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanai. As per the 2011 stats, Kanai 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanai
- Where is Kanai located?
- Kanai village is situated in Paraswada Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanai?
- Kanai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kanai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanai is 1,582, with 789 males and 793 females.
- How many households are there in Kanai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanai village has a total of 378 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanai is 75.85%. The male literacy rate is 83.52%, while the female literacy rate is 68.22%.