Kannadgaon - Niwali, Barwani
Kannadgaon is a village situated in the Niwali tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwali and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Kannadgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kannadgaon is 478546. The village covers a total geographical area of 892.78 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kannadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kannadgaon
As per Census 2011, Kannadgaon village has a total population of 1,906 people, consisting of 954 males and 952 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 417 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 514 literate and 1,392 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,705 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kannadgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,906 | 954 | 952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 219 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,705 | 854 | 851 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 294 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,392 | 660 | 732 |
Nearby Villages of Kannadgaon
Kannadgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chichaba | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Kanpuri | West | 2.80 km |
| Kunjari | East | 2.99 km |
| Budhgaon | North | 3.36 km |
| Warlyapani | South | 4.51 km |
| Dongalyapani | West | 4.57 km |
| Purushkheda | North-West | 4.98 km |
| Chatli | North-East | 5.09 km |
| Khedi | North-East | 5.38 km |
| Bhensdad | South-East | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kannadgaon
Kannadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sonshelu, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.9 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 Sendhwa to Kannadgaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Kannadgaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kannadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kannadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kannadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kannadgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kannadgaon
Where is Kannadgaon located?
Kannadgaon village is located in Niwali Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kannadgaon?
Kannadgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kannadgaon?
The pincode of Kannadgaon is 451666.
What is the population of Kannadgaon?
Kannadgaon has a total population of 1,906, including 954 males and 952 females.
How many households are there in Kannadgaon?
There are 312 households in Kannadgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kannadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kannadgaon is 26.97%. Male literacy is 30.82% and female literacy is 23.11%.