Kanheri
Kanheri is a village located in Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 57km away from sub-district headquarter Chikhaldara (tehsildar office) and 118km away from district headquarter Amravati. As per 2009 stats, Koylari is the gram panchayat of Kanheri village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanheri unique in its vibrant Chikhaldara-Amravati region. You’ll see Kanheri’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 Kanheri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanheri is 531647. The village spans a total geographical area of 621.74 hectares. Achalpur is nearest town to Kanheri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 85km away.
Google Map of Kanheri
Population of Kanheri
According to the 2011 Census, Kanheri has a total population of about 529, with approximately 265 males and 264 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 87 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 456. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.36%, with male literacy at about 63.40% and female literacy near 55.30%. There are around 102 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanheri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 529 | 265 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 52 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 456 | 230 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 168 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 97 | 118 |
Connectivity of Kanheri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanheri. As per the 2011 stats, Kanheri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanheri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanheri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanheri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanheri
- Where is Kanheri located?
- Kanheri village is situated in Chikhaldara Tehsil, within the Amravati district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanheri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanheri is Koylari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kanheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanheri is 529, with 265 males and 264 females.
- How many households are there in Kanheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanheri village has a total of 102 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanheri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanheri is 59.36%. The male literacy rate is 63.40%, while the female literacy rate is 55.30%.