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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanjia
According to the 2011 Census, Kanjia village had a total population of 355 people, including 182 males and 173 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.30%, with male literacy at 85.53% and female literacy at 66.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146.
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 | 355 | 182 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 70 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 355, including 182 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Kanjia?
Kanjia had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanjia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanjia was 76.30%. Male literacy was 85.53% and female literacy was 66.44%.