Kanhere - Amalner, Jalgaon
Kanhere is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Kanhere village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanhere is 527485. The village covers a total geographical area of 216 hectares and falls under the 425401 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kanhere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amalner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanhere
As per Census 2011, Kanhere village has a total population of 1,474 people, consisting of 771 males and 703 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,118 literate and 356 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 262 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanhere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,474 | 771 | 703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 99 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 262 | 139 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 602 | 516 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 169 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Kanhere
Kanhere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fapore Kh. | North | 0.84 km |
| Kolpimpri | South | 1.90 km |
| Bilkhede | North | 2.28 km |
| Fapore Bk. | West | 2.43 km |
| Chakave | East | 2.53 km |
| Khokarpat | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Sadawan Kh. | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Bahadarwadi | North | 3.25 km |
| Sundarpatti | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Bhilali | South | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanhere
Kanhere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amalner, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Kanhere is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Kanhere is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanhere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanhere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanhere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanhere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kanhere
Where is Kanhere located?
Kanhere village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanhere?
Kanhere is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanhere?
The pincode of Kanhere is 425401.
What is the population of Kanhere?
Kanhere has a total population of 1,474, including 771 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Kanhere?
There are 311 households in Kanhere.
What is the literacy rate in Kanhere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanhere is 75.85%. Male literacy is 78.08% and female literacy is 73.40%.