Kanihar

Kanihar is a village located in Phulpur tehsil of Allahabad district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Phulpur (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Allahabad. As per 2009 stats, Kanihar village is also a gram panchayat.

Kanihar has its own place in the vibrant Allahabad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kanihar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanihar is 161642. The village spans a total geographical area of 427.38 hectares. Jhunsi is nearest town to Kanihar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Kanihar

Below is a concise population overview of Kanihar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,053 3,682 3,371
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,168 590 578
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,539 814 725
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 4,068 2,499 1,569
Illiterate Population 2,985 1,183 1,802

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanihar village:

  • The total population of Kanihar village is around 7,053, including approximately 3,682 males and 3,371 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,168 children aged 0–6 years in Kanihar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanihar village has 1,539 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kanihar village is about 57.68%, with male literacy at 67.87% and female literacy at 46.54%.
  • There are around 1,096 households in Kanihar village.

Connectivity of Kanihar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanihar. As per the 2011 stats, Kanihar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kanihar

Knowing the nearby villages of Kanihar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanihar.

Ibrahimpur Majara Kataka Gaira Chhatanag Uperhar Naika Jirat Matan Badhawa Tahir Ustapur Mahmoodabad Uperhar Chatnag Kachar Gair Abad Ustapur Mahmoodabad Kachar Gai Chaq Churawan Ta Kanihar Rajoopur Mukundpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanihar

Where is Kanihar located?
Kanihar village is situated in Phulpur Tehsil, within the Allahabad district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanihar?
Kanihar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kanihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanihar is 7,053, with 3,682 males and 3,371 females.
How many households are there in Kanihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanihar village has a total of 1,096 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanihar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanihar is 57.68%. The male literacy rate is 67.87%, while the female literacy rate is 46.54%.