Kanjara (Sant) - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Kanjara (Sant) is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Santrampur and around 77 km from Godhra. Kanjara (Sant) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanjara (Sant) is 518023. The village covers a total geographical area of 547.75 hectares and falls under the 389260 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kanjara (Sant) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanjara (Sant)
According to the 2011 Census, Kanjara (Sant) village had a total population of 1,961 people, including 980 males and 981 females, living in 346 households. The sex ratio was 1,001 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.78%, with male literacy at 87.62% and female literacy at 61.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,916.
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 | 1,961 | 980 | 981 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 172 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,916 | 953 | 963 |
| Literate Population | 1,207 | 708 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 754 | 272 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Kanjara (Sant)
Kanjara (Sant) 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 Kanjara (Sant)
Kanjara (Sant) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santrampur to Kanjara (Sant) is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Kanjara (Sant) is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanjara (Sant)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanjara (Sant) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanjara (Sant)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanjara (Sant) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanjara (Sant)
Where is Kanjara (Sant) located?
Kanjara (Sant) village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanjara (Sant)?
Kanjara (Sant) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanjara (Sant)?
The pincode of Kanjara (Sant) is 389260.
What is the population of Kanjara (Sant)?
Kanjara (Sant) had a total population of 1,961, including 980 males and 981 females.
How many households are there in Kanjara (Sant)?
Kanjara (Sant) had 346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanjara (Sant)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanjara (Sant) was 74.78%. Male literacy was 87.62% and female literacy was 61.91%.