Kanhwara
Kanhwara is a village located in Murwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from Katni, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kanhwara village. As per 2009 stats, Kanhwara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanhwara unique in its vibrant Murwara-Katni region. You’ll see Kanhwara’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 Kanhwara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanhwara is 488105. The village spans a total geographical area of 1324.59 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Kanhwara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanhwara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanhwara
Population of Kanhwara
According to the 2011 Census, Kanhwara has a total population of about 6,613, with approximately 3,388 males and 3,225 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 998 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 932 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 857. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.62%, with male literacy at about 61.89% and female literacy near 44.93%. There are around 1,444 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanhwara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,613 | 3,388 | 3,225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 998 | 505 | 493 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 932 | 477 | 455 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 857 | 446 | 411 |
| Literate Population | 3,546 | 2,097 | 1,449 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,067 | 1,291 | 1,776 |
Connectivity of Kanhwara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanhwara. As per the 2011 stats, Kanhwara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanhwara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanhwara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanhwara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanhwara
- Where is Kanhwara located?
- Kanhwara village is situated in Murwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanhwara?
- Kanhwara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kanhwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanhwara is 6,613, with 3,388 males and 3,225 females.
- How many households are there in Kanhwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanhwara village has a total of 1,444 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanhwara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanhwara is 53.62%. The male literacy rate is 61.89%, while the female literacy rate is 44.93%.