Kanian Khurd
Kanian Khurd is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Kanian Khurd village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanian Khurd unique in its vibrant Shahkot-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Kanian Khurd’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 Kanian Khurd
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanian Khurd is 029817. The village spans a total geographical area of 105.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144703. Shahkot is nearest town to Kanian Khurd village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kanian Khurd
Population of Kanian Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Kanian Khurd has a total population of about 562, with approximately 285 males and 277 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 365 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 62.99%, with male literacy at about 67.72% and female literacy near 58.12%. There are around 111 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanian Khurd's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 562 | 285 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 365 | 185 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 354 | 193 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 92 | 116 |
Connectivity of Kanian Khurd
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanian Khurd. As per the 2011 stats, Kanian Khurd had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanian Khurd
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanian Khurd helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanian Khurd.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanian Khurd
- Where is Kanian Khurd located?
- Kanian Khurd village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanian Khurd?
- Kanian Khurd serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanian Khurd?
- The pincode of Kanian Khurd is 144703, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanian Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanian Khurd is 562, with 285 males and 277 females.
- How many households are there in Kanian Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanian Khurd village has a total of 111 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanian Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanian Khurd is 62.99%. The male literacy rate is 67.72%, while the female literacy rate is 58.12%.