Kanwha
Kanwha is a village located in Umred tehsil of Nagpur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Umred (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Nagpur. As per 2009 stats, Shirpur is the gram panchayat of Kanwha village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanwha unique in its vibrant Umred-Nagpur region. You’ll see Kanwha’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 Kanwha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanwha is 536200. The village spans a total geographical area of 521.88 hectares. Umred is nearest town to Kanwha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanwha 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 Umred Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ramtek Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanwha
Population of Kanwha
According to the 2011 Census, Kanwha has a total population of about 591, with approximately 310 males and 281 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 280 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.30%, with male literacy at about 80.00% and female literacy near 70.11%. There are around 136 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanwha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 591 | 310 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 145 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 248 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 62 | 84 |
Connectivity of Kanwha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanwha. As per the 2011 stats, Kanwha 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanwha
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanwha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanwha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanwha
- Where is Kanwha located?
- Kanwha village is situated in Umred Tehsil, within the Nagpur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanwha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanwha is Shirpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kanwha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanwha is 591, with 310 males and 281 females.
- How many households are there in Kanwha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanwha village has a total of 136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanwha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanwha is 75.30%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 70.11%.