Kanjia - Nawanagar, Buxar
Kanjia is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Belhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanjia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanjia is 248845. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 802126 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kanjia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanjia
As per Census 2011, Kanjia village has a total population of 1,826 people, consisting of 966 males and 860 females. The village has 257 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,015 literate and 811 illiterate residents. Additionally, 309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanjia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,826 | 966 | 860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 191 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 171 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,015 | 619 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 811 | 347 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Kanjia
Kanjia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kanjia
Public transport in the Kanjia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Domraon to Kanjia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Kanjia is about 40 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 Kanjia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanjia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanjia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanjia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanjia
Where is Kanjia located?
Kanjia village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanjia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanjia is Belhari.
What is the pincode of Kanjia?
The pincode of Kanjia is 802126.
What is the population of Kanjia?
Kanjia has a total population of 1,826, including 966 males and 860 females.
How many households are there in Kanjia?
There are 257 households in Kanjia.
What is the literacy rate in Kanjia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanjia is 55.59%. Male literacy is 64.08% and female literacy is 46.05%.