Kanwar
Kanwar is a village located in Badi tehsil of Raisen district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Badi (tehsildar office) and 87km away from district headquarter Raisen. As per 2009 stats, Kanwar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanwar unique in its vibrant Badi-Raisen region. You’ll see Kanwar’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 Kanwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanwar is 484645. The village spans a total geographical area of 243.06 hectares. Baraily is nearest town to Kanwar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanwar 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 Bhojpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vidisha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanwar
Population of Kanwar
According to the 2011 Census, Kanwar has a total population of about 717, with approximately 375 males and 342 females. The sex ratio is around 912 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 115 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 114 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 26. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.30%, with male literacy at about 70.40% and female literacy near 45.03%. There are around 140 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 717 | 375 | 342 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 52 | 63 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
Literate Population | 418 | 264 | 154 |
Illiterate Population | 299 | 111 | 188 |
Connectivity of Kanwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanwar. As per the 2011 stats, Kanwar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Kanwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanwar
- Where is Kanwar located?
- Kanwar village is situated in Badi Tehsil, within the Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanwar?
- Kanwar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kanwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanwar is 717, with 375 males and 342 females.
- How many households are there in Kanwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanwar village has a total of 140 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanwar is 58.30%. The male literacy rate is 70.40%, while the female literacy rate is 45.03%.