Kanau - Bhadra, Hanumangarh
Kanau is a village situated in the Bhadra tehsil of Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadra and around 153 km from the district headquarters in Hanumangarh. Kanau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanau is 068956. The village covers a total geographical area of 3946.09 hectares and falls under the 335502 pincode. Bhadra is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kanau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhadra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanau
As per Census 2011, Kanau village has a total population of 2,928 people, consisting of 1,549 males and 1,379 females. The village has 537 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 367 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,739 literate and 1,189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 568 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,928 | 1,549 | 1,379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 190 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 568 | 307 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,739 | 1,092 | 647 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,189 | 457 | 732 |
Nearby Villages of Kanau
Kanau is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kikrali Charnan | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Kikrali | South | 5.05 km |
| Bhangooli | West | 5.13 km |
| Kunji | East | 5.57 km |
| Nahrana | North-West | 5.59 km |
| Noonwan | North-East | 5.75 km |
| Ghotra Patta | South-East | 6.90 km |
| Ghotra Munderana | South | 7.64 km |
| Ghotra Khalsa | South-East | 8.20 km |
| Khopran | West | 8.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanau
Kanau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Diplana, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadra to Kanau is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hanumangarh to Kanau is about 153 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanau 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kanau
Where is Kanau located?
Kanau village is located in Bhadra Tehsil, Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanau?
Kanau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanau?
The pincode of Kanau is 335502.
What is the population of Kanau?
Kanau has a total population of 2,928, including 1,549 males and 1,379 females.
How many households are there in Kanau?
There are 537 households in Kanau.
What is the literacy rate in Kanau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanau is 59.39%. Male literacy is 70.50% and female literacy is 46.92%.