Kanuwani - Kerakat, Jaunpur
Kanuwani is a village situated in the Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kerakat and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Kanuwani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanuwani is 203150. The village covers a total geographical area of 469.61 hectares and falls under the 222146 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kanuwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kerakat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanuwani
As per Census 2011, Kanuwani village has a total population of 5,107 people, consisting of 2,496 males and 2,611 females. The village has 821 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 765 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,005 literate and 2,102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,524 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanuwani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,107 | 2,496 | 2,611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 765 | 408 | 357 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,524 | 745 | 779 |
| Literate Population | 3,005 | 1,695 | 1,310 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,102 | 801 | 1,301 |
Nearby Villages of Kanuwani
Kanuwani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Makhdumpur | North-East | 1.03 km |
| Marahi | South | 1.28 km |
| Chak Ram Nagar | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Binde | South | 1.74 km |
| Mahuwari | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Mathurapur | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Bisenpur | North | 1.89 km |
| Chhati Dih | West | 1.98 km |
| Kohari | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Chak Sudisukul | North | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanuwani
Kanuwani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Trilochan Mahdo, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaunpur to Kanuwani is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Kanuwani is about 28 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 Kanuwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanuwani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kanuwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanuwani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanuwani
Where is Kanuwani located?
Kanuwani village is located in Kerakat Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanuwani?
Kanuwani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanuwani?
The pincode of Kanuwani is 222146.
What is the population of Kanuwani?
Kanuwani has a total population of 5,107, including 2,496 males and 2,611 females.
How many households are there in Kanuwani?
There are 821 households in Kanuwani.
What is the literacy rate in Kanuwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanuwani is 58.84%. Male literacy is 67.91% and female literacy is 50.17%.