Kanhargaon - Seoni
Kanhargaon is a village situated in the Seoni tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Seoni, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Kanhargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanhargaon is 496648. The village covers a total geographical area of 972.37 hectares and falls under the 480888 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kanhargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seoni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanhargaon
As per Census 2011, Kanhargaon village has a total population of 1,174 people, consisting of 590 males and 584 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 754 literate and 420 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 153 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanhargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,174 | 590 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 98 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 75 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 754 | 424 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 166 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Kanhargaon
Kanhargaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hatnapur | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Narayanpur | South-West | 4.62 km |
| Ranveli | North-East | 4.91 km |
| Bijhawara | South-West | 5.46 km |
| Jaitpurkhurd | East | 5.64 km |
| Madai | North-West | 6.08 km |
| Bagdari | North-West | 6.30 km |
| Payli | North | 6.37 km |
| Kisanpur | South-East | 6.55 km |
| Gopalpur | West | 6.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanhargaon
Kanhargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Samaswara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Seoni to Kanhargaon is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanhargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanhargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kanhargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanhargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanhargaon
Where is Kanhargaon located?
Kanhargaon village is located in Seoni Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanhargaon?
Kanhargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanhargaon?
The pincode of Kanhargaon is 480888.
What is the population of Kanhargaon?
Kanhargaon has a total population of 1,174, including 590 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Kanhargaon?
There are 259 households in Kanhargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kanhargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanhargaon is 64.22%. Male literacy is 71.86% and female literacy is 56.51%.