Kanjinag - Awantipora, Pulwama
Kanjinag is a village situated in the Awantipora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Awantipora and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Rajpora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanjinag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanjinag is 003006. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.2 hectares and falls under the 192122 pincode. Awantipora is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Kanjinag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pampore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanjinag
As per Census 2011, Kanjinag village has a total population of 875 people, consisting of 450 males and 425 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 524 literate and 351 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanjinag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 875 | 450 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 310 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 140 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Kanjinag
Kanjinag 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 Kanjinag
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Awantipora to Kanjinag is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Kanjinag is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Kanjinag
Where is Kanjinag located?
Kanjinag village is located in Awantipora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanjinag?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanjinag is Rajpora.
What is the pincode of Kanjinag?
The pincode of Kanjinag is 192122.
What is the population of Kanjinag?
Kanjinag has a total population of 875, including 450 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Kanjinag?
There are 132 households in Kanjinag.
What is the literacy rate in Kanjinag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanjinag is 59.89%. Male literacy is 68.89% and female literacy is 50.35%.