Kanashi
Kanashi is a village located in Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kalwan (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Kanashi K is the gram panchayat of Kanashi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanashi unique in its vibrant Kalwan-Nashik region. You’ll see Kanashi’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 Kanashi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanashi is 549813. The village spans a total geographical area of 1518 hectares. Nashik is nearest town to Kanashi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanashi 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 Kalwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanashi
Population of Kanashi
According to the 2011 Census, Kanashi has a total population of about 4,855, with approximately 2,221 males and 2,634 females. The sex ratio is around 1185 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 563 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 338 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,619. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.25%, with male literacy at about 73.84% and female literacy near 74.60%. There are around 851 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanashi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,855 | 2,221 | 2,634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 563 | 313 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 160 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,619 | 1,061 | 1,558 |
| Literate Population | 3,605 | 1,640 | 1,965 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,250 | 581 | 669 |
Connectivity of Kanashi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanashi. As per the 2011 stats, Kanashi 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanashi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanashi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanashi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanashi
- Where is Kanashi located?
- Kanashi village is situated in Kalwan Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanashi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanashi is Kanashi K (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kanashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanashi is 4,855, with 2,221 males and 2,634 females.
- How many households are there in Kanashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanashi village has a total of 851 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanashi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanashi is 74.25%. The male literacy rate is 73.84%, while the female literacy rate is 74.60%.