Kanjia - Itkhori, Chatra
Kanjia is a village situated in the Itkhori subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itkhori and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Nawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanjia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanjia is 349022. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.5 hectares and falls under the 825408 pincode.
Kanjia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanjia
As per Census 2011, Kanjia village has a total population of 355 people, consisting of 182 males and 173 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 235 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanjia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 355 | 182 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 70 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 136 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 46 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Kanjia
Kanjia 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 Kanjia
Kanjia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chatra to Kanjia is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanjia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanjia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanjia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanjia 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 Kanjia
Where is Kanjia located?
Kanjia village is located in Itkhori Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanjia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanjia is Nawada.
What is the pincode of Kanjia?
The pincode of Kanjia is 825408.
What is the population of Kanjia?
Kanjia has a total population of 355, including 182 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Kanjia?
There are 60 households in Kanjia.
What is the literacy rate in Kanjia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanjia is 66.20%. Male literacy is 74.73% and female literacy is 57.23%.