Kanuwan
Kanuwan is a village located in Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Jakhanian (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Ghazipur. As per 2009 stats, Kanuwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanuwan unique in its vibrant Jakhania-Ghazipur region. You’ll see Kanuwan’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 Kanuwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanuwan is 203669. The village spans a total geographical area of 73.2 hectares. Ghazipur is nearest town to Kanuwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
Google Map of Kanuwan
Population of Kanuwan
According to the 2011 Census, Kanuwan has a total population of about 1,502, with approximately 740 males and 762 females. The sex ratio is around 1029 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 227 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 577 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 58.92%, with male literacy at about 69.32% and female literacy near 48.82%. There are around 240 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanuwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,502 | 740 | 762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 114 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 577 | 287 | 290 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 885 | 513 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 227 | 390 |
Connectivity of Kanuwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanuwan. As per the 2011 stats, Kanuwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanuwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanuwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanuwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanuwan
- Where is Kanuwan located?
- Kanuwan village is situated in Jakhania Tehsil, within the Ghazipur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanuwan?
- Kanuwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kanuwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanuwan is 1,502, with 740 males and 762 females.
- How many households are there in Kanuwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanuwan village has a total of 240 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanuwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanuwan is 58.92%. The male literacy rate is 69.32%, while the female literacy rate is 48.82%.