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.

Kanhan has its own place in the vibrant Chhindwara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kanhan

Below is a concise population overview of Kanhan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanhan village:

  • The total population of Kanhan village is around 236, including approximately 125 males and 111 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 39 children aged 0–6 years in Kanhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanhan village has 22 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 188 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanhan village is about 33.90%, with male literacy at 40.80% and female literacy at 26.13%.
  • There are around 51 households in Kanhan village.

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)
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.

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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%.