Kanjiya
Kanjiya is a village located in Samri tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Kusmi (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Semra is the gram panchayat of Kanjiya village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanjiya unique in its vibrant Samri-Surguja region. You’ll see Kanjiya’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 Kanjiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanjiya is 432375. The village spans a total geographical area of 582 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497224. Kusmi is nearest town to Kanjiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Kanjiya
Population of Kanjiya
According to the 2011 Census, Kanjiya has a total population of about 1,622, with approximately 800 males and 822 females. The sex ratio is around 1027 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 220 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 156 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 625. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.21%, with male literacy at about 72.00% and female literacy near 60.58%. There are around 329 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanjiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,622 | 800 | 822 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 109 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 625 | 268 | 357 |
| Literate Population | 1,074 | 576 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 224 | 324 |
Connectivity of Kanjiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanjiya. As per the 2011 stats, Kanjiya 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 Kanjiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanjiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanjiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanjiya
- Where is Kanjiya located?
- Kanjiya village is situated in Samri Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanjiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanjiya is Semra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanjiya?
- The pincode of Kanjiya is 497224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanjiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanjiya is 1,622, with 800 males and 822 females.
- How many households are there in Kanjiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanjiya village has a total of 329 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanjiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanjiya is 66.21%. The male literacy rate is 72.00%, while the female literacy rate is 60.58%.