Kanherkhed
Kanherkhed is a village located in Koregaon tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Koregaon (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Kanherkhed village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanherkhed unique in its vibrant Koregaon-Satara region. You’ll see Kanherkhed’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 Kanherkhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanherkhed is 563718. The village spans a total geographical area of 571 hectares. Rahimatpur is nearest town to Kanherkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanherkhed 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 Karad North 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 Kanherkhed
Population of Kanherkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Kanherkhed has a total population of about 1,544, with approximately 788 males and 756 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 141 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 380 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.41%, with male literacy at about 78.68% and female literacy near 65.87%. There are around 348 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanherkhed's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,544 | 788 | 756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 72 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 190 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 620 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 168 | 258 |
Connectivity of Kanherkhed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanherkhed. As per the 2011 stats, Kanherkhed 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 Kanherkhed
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanherkhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanherkhed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanherkhed
- Where is Kanherkhed located?
- Kanherkhed village is situated in Koregaon Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanherkhed?
- Kanherkhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kanherkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanherkhed is 1,544, with 788 males and 756 females.
- How many households are there in Kanherkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanherkhed village has a total of 348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanherkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanherkhed is 72.41%. The male literacy rate is 78.68%, while the female literacy rate is 65.87%.