Kanjha

Kanjha is a village located in Vanthali taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Vanthali (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Kanjha village is also a gram panchayat.

Kanjha has its own place in the vibrant Junagadh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kanjha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanjha is 514426. The village spans a total geographical area of 1154.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362610. Vanthali is nearest town to Kanjha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kanjha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kanjha

Below is a concise population overview of Kanjha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,360 2,808 2,552
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 550 287 263
Scheduled Castes (SC) 738 394 344
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 31 15 16
Literate Population 3,412 1,992 1,420
Illiterate Population 1,948 816 1,132

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanjha village:

  • The total population of Kanjha village is around 5,360, including approximately 2,808 males and 2,552 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 550 children aged 0–6 years in Kanjha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanjha village has 738 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 31 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanjha village is about 63.66%, with male literacy at 70.94% and female literacy at 55.64%.
  • There are around 1,092 households in Kanjha village.

Connectivity of Kanjha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanjha. As per the 2011 stats, Kanjha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kanjha

Knowing the nearby villages of Kanjha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanjha.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanjha

Where is Kanjha located?
Kanjha village is situated in Vanthali Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanjha?
Kanjha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kanjha?
The pincode of Kanjha is 362610, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanjha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanjha is 5,360, with 2,808 males and 2,552 females.
How many households are there in Kanjha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanjha village has a total of 1,092 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanjha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanjha is 63.66%. The male literacy rate is 70.94%, while the female literacy rate is 55.64%.