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.

Kanau has its own place in the vibrant Sagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kanau

Below is a concise population overview of Kanau as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanau village:

  • The total population of Kanau village is around 916, including approximately 477 males and 439 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 148 children aged 0–6 years in Kanau village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanau village has 241 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 117 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanau village is about 65.39%, with male literacy at 72.75% and female literacy at 57.40%.
  • There are around 215 households in Kanau village.

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.

Kokalwara Khurd Kokalwara Kalan Siyakhedi Mudri Chandpur Gudawal Simria Chitebhan Banhot Reguwan Jarwans Mukarampur

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%.