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.
Here you can discover what makes Kanai unique in its vibrant Paraswada-Balaghat region. You’ll see Kanai’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kanai has a total population of about 1,582, with approximately 789 males and 793 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 175 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 51 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 528. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.85%, with male literacy at about 83.52% and female literacy near 68.22%. There are around 378 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.