Kanera - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Kanera is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Rajpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanera is 458139. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.74 hectares and falls under the 471313 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kanera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanera
According to the 2011 Census, Kanera village had a total population of 264 people, including 144 males and 120 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.91%, with male literacy at 77.19% and female literacy at 46.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 264 | 144 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 88 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 56 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Kanera
Kanera is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kanera
Kanera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bada Malhera to Kanera is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Kanera is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanera 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 Kanera
Where is Kanera located?
Kanera village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanera is Rajpura.
What is the pincode of Kanera?
The pincode of Kanera is 471313.
What is the population of Kanera?
Kanera had a total population of 264, including 144 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Kanera?
Kanera had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanera was 62.91%. Male literacy was 77.19% and female literacy was 46.46%.