Lanji - Chenari, Rohtas
Lanji is a village situated in the Chenari subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenari and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Narayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lanji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lanji is 251956. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.4 hectares and falls under the 821104 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Lanji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lanji
According to the 2011 Census, Lanji village had a total population of 2,346 people, including 1,213 males and 1,133 females, living in 341 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.53%, with male literacy at 79.06% and female literacy at 61.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 628.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,346 | 1,213 | 1,133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 476 | 239 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 628 | 328 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,319 | 770 | 549 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,027 | 443 | 584 |
Nearby Villages of Lanji
Lanji 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 Lanji
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasaram to Lanji is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Lanji
Where is Lanji located?
Lanji village is located in Chenari Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lanji?
The Gram Panchayat of Lanji is Narayanpur.
What is the pincode of Lanji?
The pincode of Lanji is 821104.
What is the population of Lanji?
Lanji had a total population of 2,346, including 1,213 males and 1,133 females.
How many households are there in Lanji?
Lanji had 341 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lanji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lanji was 70.53%. Male literacy was 79.06% and female literacy was 61.27%.