Kanhan
Kanhan is a village located in Jamai tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Jamai (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Markadhana is the gram panchayat of Kanhan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanhan unique in its vibrant Jamai-Chhindwara region. You’ll see Kanhan’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 Kanhan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanhan is 494677. The village spans a total geographical area of 91.86 hectares. Jamai is nearest town to Kanhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kanhan
Population of Kanhan
According to the 2011 Census, Kanhan has a total population of about 236, with approximately 125 males and 111 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 39 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 22 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 188. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.90%, with male literacy at about 40.80% and female literacy near 26.13%. There are around 51 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanhan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 236 | 125 | 111 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 95 | 93 |
Literate Population | 80 | 51 | 29 |
Illiterate Population | 156 | 74 | 82 |
Connectivity of Kanhan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanhan. As per the 2011 stats, Kanhan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanhan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanhan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanhan
- Where is Kanhan located?
- Kanhan village is situated in Jamai Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanhan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanhan is Markadhana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kanhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanhan is 236, with 125 males and 111 females.
- How many households are there in Kanhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanhan village has a total of 51 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanhan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanhan is 33.90%. The male literacy rate is 40.80%, while the female literacy rate is 26.13%.