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.
Kanashi has its own place in the vibrant Nashik 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kanashi 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanashi village:
- The total population of Kanashi village is around 4,855, including approximately 2,221 males and 2,634 females, with a sex ratio of 1185 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 563 children aged 0–6 years in Kanashi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanashi village has 338 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,619 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanashi village is about 74.25%, with male literacy at 73.84% and female literacy at 74.60%.
- There are around 851 households in Kanashi village.
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%.