Kanjia
Kanjia is a village located in Bhandaria subdivision of Garhwa district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Bhandaria (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Garhwa. As per 2009 stats, Karchali is the gram panchayat of Kanjia village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanjia unique in its vibrant Bhandaria-Garhwa region. You’ll see Kanjia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kanjia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanjia is 347954. The village spans a total geographical area of 364.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822125. Gahrwa is nearest town to Kanjia village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kanjia 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 Daltonganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palamau Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanjia
Population of Kanjia
According to the 2011 Census, Kanjia has a total population of about 1,038, with approximately 532 males and 506 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 896. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.92%, with male literacy at about 54.14% and female literacy near 39.33%. There are around 212 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanjia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,038 | 532 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 131 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 896 | 452 | 444 |
| Literate Population | 487 | 288 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 244 | 307 |
Connectivity of Kanjia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanjia. As per the 2011 stats, Kanjia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanjia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanjia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanjia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanjia
- Where is Kanjia located?
- Kanjia village is situated in Bhandaria Subdivision, within the Garhwa district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanjia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanjia is Karchali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanjia?
- The pincode of Kanjia is 822125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanjia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanjia is 1,038, with 532 males and 506 females.
- How many households are there in Kanjia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanjia village has a total of 212 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanjia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanjia is 46.92%. The male literacy rate is 54.14%, while the female literacy rate is 39.33%.