Lanja
Lanja is a village located in Arang tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Arang (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Bhatiya is the gram panchayat of Lanja village.
Here you can discover what makes Lanja unique in its vibrant Arang-Raipur region. You’ll see Lanja’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 Lanja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lanja is 444423. The village spans a total geographical area of 306.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493225. Kharora is nearest town to Lanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Lanja
Population of Lanja
According to the 2011 Census, Lanja has a total population of about 1,101, with approximately 558 males and 543 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 216 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,061 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.58%, with male literacy at about 68.82% and female literacy near 50.09%. There are around 233 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lanja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,101 | 558 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 107 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,061 | 541 | 520 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 656 | 384 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 174 | 271 |
Connectivity of Lanja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lanja. As per the 2011 stats, Lanja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lanja
Knowing the nearby villages of Lanja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lanja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lanja
- Where is Lanja located?
- Lanja village is situated in Arang Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lanja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lanja is Bhatiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Lanja?
- The pincode of Lanja is 493225, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lanja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lanja is 1,101, with 558 males and 543 females.
- How many households are there in Lanja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lanja village has a total of 233 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lanja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lanja is 59.58%. The male literacy rate is 68.82%, while the female literacy rate is 50.09%.