Kanchangaon
Kanchangaon is a village located in Igatpuri tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Igatpuri (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Kanchangaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchangaon unique in its vibrant Igatpuri-Nashik region. You’ll see Kanchangaon’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 Kanchangaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchangaon is 551088. The village spans a total geographical area of 603.78 hectares. Igatpuri is nearest town to Kanchangaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanchangaon 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 Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nashik Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanchangaon
Population of Kanchangaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchangaon has a total population of about 1,906, with approximately 975 males and 931 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 275 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 314 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 549. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.53%, with male literacy at about 72.21% and female literacy near 56.50%. There are around 316 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchangaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,906 | 975 | 931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 147 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 161 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 549 | 270 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 1,230 | 704 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 271 | 405 |
Connectivity of Kanchangaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchangaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchangaon 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 Kanchangaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchangaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchangaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchangaon
- Where is Kanchangaon located?
- Kanchangaon village is situated in Igatpuri Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchangaon?
- Kanchangaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kanchangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchangaon is 1,906, with 975 males and 931 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchangaon village has a total of 316 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchangaon is 64.53%. The male literacy rate is 72.21%, while the female literacy rate is 56.50%.