Kanjai
Kanjai is a village located in Lalbarra tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Lalbarra (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Kanjai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanjai unique in its vibrant Lalbarra-Balaghat region. You’ll see Kanjai’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 Kanjai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanjai is 497542. The village spans a total geographical area of 863.42 hectares. Balaghat is nearest town to Kanjai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Kanjai
Population of Kanjai
According to the 2011 Census, Kanjai has a total population of about 2,482, with approximately 1,221 males and 1,261 females. The sex ratio is around 1032 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 299 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 124 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 686. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.35%, with male literacy at about 75.76% and female literacy near 65.11%. There are around 606 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanjai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,482 | 1,221 | 1,261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 153 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 60 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 686 | 334 | 352 |
| Literate Population | 1,746 | 925 | 821 |
| Illiterate Population | 736 | 296 | 440 |
Connectivity of Kanjai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanjai. As per the 2011 stats, Kanjai 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanjai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanjai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanjai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanjai
- Where is Kanjai located?
- Kanjai village is situated in Lalbarra Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanjai?
- Kanjai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kanjai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanjai is 2,482, with 1,221 males and 1,261 females.
- How many households are there in Kanjai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanjai village has a total of 606 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanjai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanjai is 70.35%. The male literacy rate is 75.76%, while the female literacy rate is 65.11%.