Kanau
Kanau is a village located in Khurai tehsil of Sagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Khurai (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Sagar. As per 2009 stats, Kanau village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanau unique in its vibrant Khurai-Sagar region. You’ll see Kanau’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 Kanau
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanau is 459875. The village spans a total geographical area of 208.34 hectares. Khurai is nearest town to Kanau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kanau
Population of Kanau
According to the 2011 Census, Kanau has a total population of about 916, with approximately 477 males and 439 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 241 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 117. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.39%, with male literacy at about 72.75% and female literacy near 57.40%. There are around 215 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanau's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 916 | 477 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 71 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 136 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 62 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 347 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 130 | 187 |
Connectivity of Kanau
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanau. As per the 2011 stats, Kanau had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanau
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanau helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanau.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanau
- Where is Kanau located?
- Kanau village is situated in Khurai Tehsil, within the Sagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanau?
- Kanau serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kanau as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanau is 916, with 477 males and 439 females.
- How many households are there in Kanau as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanau village has a total of 215 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanau as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanau is 65.39%. The male literacy rate is 72.75%, while the female literacy rate is 57.40%.