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.
Here you can discover what makes Kanihar unique in its vibrant Phulpur-Allahabad region. You’ll see Kanihar’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 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.
Google Map of Kanihar
Population of Kanihar
According to the 2011 Census, Kanihar has a total population of about 7,053, with approximately 3,682 males and 3,371 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,168 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,539 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 57.68%, with male literacy at about 67.87% and female literacy near 46.54%. There are around 1,096 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanihar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.