Kanur
Kanur is a village located in Wai tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Wai (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Kanur village is also a gram panchayat.
Kanur has its own place in the vibrant Satara 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 Kanur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanur is 563124. The village spans a total geographical area of 567.17 hectares. Wai is nearest town to Kanur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanur 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 Kanur
Population of Kanur
Below is a concise population overview of Kanur 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 | 1,432 | 721 | 711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 79 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 48 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,128 | 616 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 105 | 199 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanur village:
- The total population of Kanur village is around 1,432, including approximately 721 males and 711 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 145 children aged 0–6 years in Kanur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanur village has 100 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanur village is about 78.77%, with male literacy at 85.44% and female literacy at 72.01%.
- There are around 353 households in Kanur village.
Connectivity of Kanur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanur. As per the 2011 stats, Kanur 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 Kanur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanur
- Where is Kanur located?
- Kanur village is situated in Wai Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanur?
- Kanur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanur is 1,432, with 721 males and 711 females.
- How many households are there in Kanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanur village has a total of 353 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanur is 78.77%. The male literacy rate is 85.44%, while the female literacy rate is 72.01%.