Kanhegaon
Kanhegaon is a village located in Kopargaon tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kopargaon (tehsildar office) and 117km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Kanhegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Kanhegaon has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar 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 Kanhegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanhegaon is 557540. The village spans a total geographical area of 901 hectares. Kopargaon is nearest town to Kanhegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanhegaon 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 Kopargaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shirdi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanhegaon
Population of Kanhegaon
Below is a concise population overview of Kanhegaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,360 | 1,213 | 1,147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 157 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 455 | 227 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 140 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 1,668 | 940 | 728 |
| Illiterate Population | 692 | 273 | 419 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanhegaon village:
- The total population of Kanhegaon village is around 2,360, including approximately 1,213 males and 1,147 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 288 children aged 0–6 years in Kanhegaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanhegaon village has 455 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 274 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanhegaon village is about 70.68%, with male literacy at 77.49% and female literacy at 63.47%.
- There are around 489 households in Kanhegaon village.
Connectivity of Kanhegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanhegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kanhegaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Kanhegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanhegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanhegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanhegaon
- Where is Kanhegaon located?
- Kanhegaon village is situated in Kopargaon Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanhegaon?
- Kanhegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kanhegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanhegaon is 2,360, with 1,213 males and 1,147 females.
- How many households are there in Kanhegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanhegaon village has a total of 489 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanhegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanhegaon is 70.68%. The male literacy rate is 77.49%, while the female literacy rate is 63.47%.