Kanwalda - Khanpur, Jhalawar
Kanwalda is a village situated in the Khanpur tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khanpur and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Kanwalda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanwalda is 103904. The village covers a total geographical area of 382.6 hectares and falls under the 326035 pincode. Sagod is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kanwalda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanwalda
As per Census 2011, Kanwalda village has a total population of 1,103 people, consisting of 566 males and 537 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 735 literate and 368 illiterate residents. Additionally, 282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanwalda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,103 | 566 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 67 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 148 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 735 | 462 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 104 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Kanwalda
Kanwalda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dediya | East | 1.79 km |
| Lakha Kheri | South | 1.87 km |
| Sewani | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Pacheepala | South | 2.24 km |
| Golana | West | 2.54 km |
| Doondi | North | 2.73 km |
| Doonda | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Piplaj | East | 3.48 km |
| Deopura | East | 3.57 km |
| Golya Kheri | North-East | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanwalda
Kanwalda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Atru, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sagod to Kanwalda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Kanwalda is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanwalda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanwalda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanwalda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanwalda 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 Kanwalda
Where is Kanwalda located?
Kanwalda village is located in Khanpur Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanwalda?
Kanwalda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanwalda?
The pincode of Kanwalda is 326035.
What is the population of Kanwalda?
Kanwalda has a total population of 1,103, including 566 males and 537 females.
How many households are there in Kanwalda?
There are 212 households in Kanwalda.
What is the literacy rate in Kanwalda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanwalda is 66.64%. Male literacy is 81.63% and female literacy is 50.84%.