Kanhur Mesai - Shirur, Pune
Kanhur Mesai is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Kanhurmesai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanhur Mesai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanhur Mesai is 555587. The village covers a total geographical area of 2633 hectares and falls under the 412218 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kanhur Mesai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanhur Mesai
As per Census 2011, Kanhur Mesai village has a total population of 4,028 people, consisting of 2,021 males and 2,007 females. The village has 830 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 416 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,759 literate and 1,269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanhur Mesai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,028 | 2,021 | 2,007 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 195 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 60 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,759 | 1,581 | 1,178 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,269 | 440 | 829 |
Nearby Villages of Kanhur Mesai
Kanhur Mesai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Midgulwadi | North | 2.93 km |
| Shastabad | East | 3.26 km |
| Chincholi | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Mandalewadi | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Khairenagar | West | 4.26 km |
| Khairewadi | South | 4.52 km |
| Lakhewadi | East | 5.48 km |
| Shingadwadi | South | 5.55 km |
| Munjalwadi | North-East | 6.05 km |
| Wadgaon Pir | North-West | 6.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanhur Mesai
Kanhur Mesai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Uruli, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shirur to Kanhur Mesai is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Kanhur Mesai is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanhur Mesai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanhur Mesai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanhur Mesai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanhur Mesai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanhur Mesai
Where is Kanhur Mesai located?
Kanhur Mesai village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanhur Mesai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanhur Mesai is Kanhurmesai.
What is the pincode of Kanhur Mesai?
The pincode of Kanhur Mesai is 412218.
What is the population of Kanhur Mesai?
Kanhur Mesai has a total population of 4,028, including 2,021 males and 2,007 females.
How many households are there in Kanhur Mesai?
There are 830 households in Kanhur Mesai.
What is the literacy rate in Kanhur Mesai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanhur Mesai is 68.50%. Male literacy is 78.23% and female literacy is 58.69%.