Kanawa
Kanawa is a village located in Mariahu tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Mariahu (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Kanawa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanawa unique in its vibrant Mariahu-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Kanawa’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 Kanawa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanawa is 202575. The village spans a total geographical area of 71.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 222161. Jaunpur is nearest town to Kanawa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanawa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mariyahu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanawa
Population of Kanawa
According to the 2011 Census, Kanawa has a total population of about 951, with approximately 466 males and 485 females. The sex ratio is around 1040 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 110 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 259 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 59.52%, with male literacy at about 71.24% and female literacy near 48.25%. There are around 159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanawa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 951 | 466 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 128 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 566 | 332 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 134 | 251 |
Connectivity of Kanawa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanawa. As per the 2011 stats, Kanawa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanawa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanawa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanawa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanawa
- Where is Kanawa located?
- Kanawa village is situated in Mariahu Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanawa?
- Kanawa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanawa?
- The pincode of Kanawa is 222161, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanawa is 951, with 466 males and 485 females.
- How many households are there in Kanawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanawa village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanawa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanawa is 59.52%. The male literacy rate is 71.24%, while the female literacy rate is 48.25%.