Kanhari - Mehgaon, Bhind
Kanhari is a village situated in the Mehgaon tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehgaon and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Kanhari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanhari is 453066. The village covers a total geographical area of 363.52 hectares and falls under the 477557 pincode. Mehgaon is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Kanhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanhari
As per Census 2011, Kanhari village has a total population of 2,288 people, consisting of 1,238 males and 1,050 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,657 literate and 631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 383 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,288 | 1,238 | 1,050 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 159 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 191 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,657 | 1,007 | 650 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 231 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Kanhari
Kanhari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampura | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Tor | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Meghpura | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Hanspura | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Moroli | West | 2.41 km |
| Devri | North | 2.97 km |
| Gungavali | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Pachera | South | 3.17 km |
| Baharpura | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Ladampura | North | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanhari
Public transport in the Kanhari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Asokhar, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mehgaon to Kanhari is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Kanhari is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kanhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanhari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kanhari
Where is Kanhari located?
Kanhari village is located in Mehgaon Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanhari?
Kanhari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanhari?
The pincode of Kanhari is 477557.
What is the population of Kanhari?
Kanhari has a total population of 2,288, including 1,238 males and 1,050 females.
How many households are there in Kanhari?
There are 386 households in Kanhari.
What is the literacy rate in Kanhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanhari is 72.42%. Male literacy is 81.34% and female literacy is 61.90%.