Kanhar - Joura, Morena
Kanhar is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Kanhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanhar is 452497. The village covers a total geographical area of 1421.85 hectares and falls under the 476228 pincode. Kailaras is the nearest town.
Kanhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanhar
According to the 2011 Census, Kanhar village had a total population of 992 people, including 545 males and 447 females, living in 218 households. The sex ratio was 820 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.41%, with male literacy at 90.23% and female literacy at 57.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 992 | 545 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 74 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 118 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 425 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 120 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Kanhar
Kanhar 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 Kanhar
Kanhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Morena to Kanhar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanhar
Where is Kanhar located?
Kanhar village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanhar?
Kanhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanhar?
The pincode of Kanhar is 476228.
What is the population of Kanhar?
Kanhar had a total population of 992, including 545 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Kanhar?
Kanhar had 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanhar was 75.41%. Male literacy was 90.23% and female literacy was 57.18%.