Kanech - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Kanech is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Kanech village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanech is 033498. The village covers a total geographical area of 420 hectares and falls under the 141120 pincode. Sahnewal is the nearest town.
Kanech village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahnewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanech
As per Census 2011, Kanech village has a total population of 3,514 people, consisting of 1,857 males and 1,657 females. The village has 716 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 379 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,545 literate and 969 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,522 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanech are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,514 | 1,857 | 1,657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 203 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,522 | 789 | 733 |
| Literate Population | 2,545 | 1,423 | 1,122 |
| Illiterate Population | 969 | 434 | 535 |
Nearby Villages of Kanech
Kanech 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 Kanech
Kanech is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kanech.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Kanech is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanech
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanech village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanech
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanech village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kanech
Where is Kanech located?
Kanech village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanech?
Kanech is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanech?
The pincode of Kanech is 141120.
What is the population of Kanech?
Kanech has a total population of 3,514, including 1,857 males and 1,657 females.
How many households are there in Kanech?
There are 716 households in Kanech.
What is the literacy rate in Kanech?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanech is 72.42%. Male literacy is 76.63% and female literacy is 67.71%.