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.

Kanjai has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kanjai

Below is a concise population overview of Kanjai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanjai village:

  • The total population of Kanjai village is around 2,482, including approximately 1,221 males and 1,261 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 299 children aged 0–6 years in Kanjai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanjai village has 124 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 686 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanjai village is about 70.35%, with male literacy at 75.76% and female literacy at 65.11%.
  • There are around 606 households in Kanjai village.

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.

Mahurjhari Salehbharri Tengni Khurd Bhandamurri Bandri Dohara Bagdehi Selwa Botta Bahegaon Jam

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%.