Kanur Bk. - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Kanur Bk. is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Pundra Group serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanur Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanur Bk. is 568086. The village covers a total geographical area of 797.62 hectares and falls under the 416507 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Kanur Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanur Bk.
As per Census 2011, Kanur Bk. village has a total population of 1,230 people, consisting of 624 males and 606 females. The village has 257 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 800 literate and 430 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanur Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,230 | 624 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 82 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 800 | 451 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 173 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Kanur Bk.
Kanur Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pundra | West | 1.76 km |
| Dhamapur | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Kanur Kh. | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Bijur | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Kurni | East | 4.09 km |
| Bujhavade | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Inam Mhalunge | East | 4.81 km |
| Bhogoli | South | 4.98 km |
| Latagaon | North | 5.47 km |
| Kajirne | South-East | 5.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanur Bk.
Public transport in the Kanur Bk. is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sawantwadi Road, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belgaum(karnataka) to Kanur Bk. is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Kanur Bk. is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanur Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanur Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanur Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanur Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kanur Bk.
Where is Kanur Bk. located?
Kanur Bk. village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanur Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanur Bk. is Pundra Group.
What is the pincode of Kanur Bk.?
The pincode of Kanur Bk. is 416507.
What is the population of Kanur Bk.?
Kanur Bk. has a total population of 1,230, including 624 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Kanur Bk.?
There are 257 households in Kanur Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Kanur Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanur Bk. is 65.04%. Male literacy is 72.28% and female literacy is 57.59%.