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.
Kanwha has its own place in the vibrant Nagpur 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kanwha 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanwha village:
- The total population of Kanwha village is around 591, including approximately 310 males and 281 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Kanwha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanwha village has 280 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanwha village is about 75.30%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 70.11%.
- There are around 136 households in Kanwha village.
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%.