Kanwas
Kanwas is a village located in Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Gadarwara (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Kanwas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanwas unique in its vibrant Gadarwara-Narsimhapur region. You’ll see Kanwas’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 Kanwas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanwas is 491018. The village spans a total geographical area of 194.48 hectares. Kareli is nearest town to Kanwas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanwas 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 Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanwas
Population of Kanwas
According to the 2011 Census, Kanwas has a total population of about 807, with approximately 416 males and 391 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 104 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 263 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 107. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.22%, with male literacy at about 82.21% and female literacy near 67.77%. There are around 184 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanwas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 807 | 416 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 49 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 138 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 607 | 342 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 74 | 126 |
Connectivity of Kanwas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanwas. As per the 2011 stats, Kanwas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanwas
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanwas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanwas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanwas
- Where is Kanwas located?
- Kanwas village is situated in Gadarwara Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanwas?
- Kanwas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kanwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanwas is 807, with 416 males and 391 females.
- How many households are there in Kanwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanwas village has a total of 184 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanwas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanwas is 75.22%. The male literacy rate is 82.21%, while the female literacy rate is 67.77%.