Kanjirangad
Kanjirangad is a village located in Mananthavady taluka of Wayanad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Mananthavady (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Kalpetta. As per 2009 stats, Thondernad is the gram panchayat of Kanjirangad village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanjirangad unique in its vibrant Mananthavady-Wayanad region. You’ll see Kanjirangad’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 Kanjirangad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanjirangad is 627308. The village spans a total geographical area of 3546 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 670731. Kalpetta is nearest town to Kanjirangad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Kanjirangad
Population of Kanjirangad
According to the 2011 Census, Kanjirangad has a total population of about 11,811, with approximately 5,877 males and 5,934 females. The sex ratio is around 1009 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,344 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 268 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,067. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.37%, with male literacy at about 82.92% and female literacy near 77.86%. There are around 2,725 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanjirangad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,811 | 5,877 | 5,934 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,344 | 716 | 628 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 134 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,067 | 1,073 | 994 |
| Literate Population | 9,493 | 4,873 | 4,620 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,318 | 1,004 | 1,314 |
Connectivity of Kanjirangad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanjirangad. As per the 2011 stats, Kanjirangad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanjirangad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanjirangad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanjirangad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanjirangad
- Where is Kanjirangad located?
- Kanjirangad village is situated in Mananthavady Taluka, within the Wayanad district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanjirangad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanjirangad is Thondernad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanjirangad?
- The pincode of Kanjirangad is 670731, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanjirangad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanjirangad is 11,811, with 5,877 males and 5,934 females.
- How many households are there in Kanjirangad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanjirangad village has a total of 2,725 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanjirangad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanjirangad is 80.37%. The male literacy rate is 82.92%, while the female literacy rate is 77.86%.