Kanwani - Khandwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Kanwani is a village situated in the Khandwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from Khandwa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Bhamgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanwani is 505754. The village covers a total geographical area of 659.61 hectares and falls under the 450332 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Kanwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khandwa Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kanwani
According to the 2011 Census, Kanwani village had a total population of 289 people, including 159 males and 130 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 818 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.81%, with male literacy at 74.40% and female literacy at 55.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 128.
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 | 289 | 159 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 34 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 67 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 93 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 66 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Kanwani
Kanwani 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 Kanwani
Kanwani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Kanwani is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanwani 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 Kanwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanwani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kanwani
Where is Kanwani located?
Kanwani village is located in Khandwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanwani is Bhamgarh.
What is the pincode of Kanwani?
The pincode of Kanwani is 450332.
What is the population of Kanwani?
Kanwani had a total population of 289, including 159 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Kanwani?
Kanwani had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanwani was 65.81%. Male literacy was 74.40% and female literacy was 55.96%.