Kanheri
Kanheri is a village located in Khandala tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Khandala (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Kanheri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanheri unique in its vibrant Khandala-Satara region. You’ll see Kanheri’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 Kanheri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanheri is 563207. The village spans a total geographical area of 1282.29 hectares. Wai is nearest town to Kanheri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanheri 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 Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanheri
Population of Kanheri
According to the 2011 Census, Kanheri has a total population of about 1,830, with approximately 936 males and 894 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 179 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 81 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 214. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.95%, with male literacy at about 80.02% and female literacy near 65.55%. There are around 468 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanheri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,830 | 936 | 894 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 107 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 118 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 1,335 | 749 | 586 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 187 | 308 |
Connectivity of Kanheri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanheri. As per the 2011 stats, Kanheri 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanheri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanheri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanheri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanheri
- Where is Kanheri located?
- Kanheri village is situated in Khandala Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanheri?
- Kanheri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kanheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanheri is 1,830, with 936 males and 894 females.
- How many households are there in Kanheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanheri village has a total of 468 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanheri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanheri is 72.95%. The male literacy rate is 80.02%, while the female literacy rate is 65.55%.