Kanjarada - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Kanjarada is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Kanjarada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanjarada is 516518. The village covers a total geographical area of 604.26 hectares and falls under the 364265 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kanjarada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanjarada
As per Census 2011, Kanjarada village has a total population of 1,170 people, consisting of 600 males and 570 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 725 literate and 445 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanjarada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,170 | 600 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 103 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 73 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 725 | 424 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 176 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Kanjarada
Kanjarada 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 Kanjarada
Public transport in the Kanjarada is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kanjarada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Kanjarada is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Kanjarada is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanjarada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanjarada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanjarada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanjarada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanjarada
Where is Kanjarada located?
Kanjarada village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanjarada?
Kanjarada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanjarada?
The pincode of Kanjarada is 364265.
What is the population of Kanjarada?
Kanjarada has a total population of 1,170, including 600 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Kanjarada?
There are 207 households in Kanjarada.
What is the literacy rate in Kanjarada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanjarada is 61.97%. Male literacy is 70.67% and female literacy is 52.81%.