Kanhalgaon - Maregaon, Yavatmal
Kanhalgaon is a village situated in the Maregaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maregaon and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Kegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanhalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanhalgaon is 543787. The village covers a total geographical area of 331.88 hectares and falls under the 445303 pincode. Wani is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kanhalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanhalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kanhalgaon village had a total population of 760 people, including 379 males and 381 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.56%, with male literacy at 94.90% and female literacy at 86.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 487.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 760 | 379 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 487 | 235 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 643 | 335 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 44 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Kanhalgaon
Kanhalgaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kanhalgaon
Public transport in the Kanhalgaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wani to Kanhalgaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Kanhalgaon is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanhalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanhalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanhalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanhalgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kanhalgaon
Where is Kanhalgaon located?
Kanhalgaon village is located in Maregaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanhalgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanhalgaon is Kegaon.
What is the pincode of Kanhalgaon?
The pincode of Kanhalgaon is 445303.
What is the population of Kanhalgaon?
Kanhalgaon had a total population of 760, including 379 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Kanhalgaon?
Kanhalgaon had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanhalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanhalgaon was 90.56%. Male literacy was 94.90% and female literacy was 86.27%.