Kanjai
Kanjai is a village located in Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Maksudangarh (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Guna. As per 2009 stats, Kanjai village is also a gram panchayat.
Kanjai has its own place in the vibrant Guna 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 499430. The village spans a total geographical area of 196 hectares. Biaora is nearest town to Kanjai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanjai 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 Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanjai
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 664 | 353 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 111 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 364 | 241 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 112 | 188 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanjai village:
- The total population of Kanjai village is around 664, including approximately 353 males and 311 females, with a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Kanjai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanjai village has 198 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kanjai village is about 54.82%, with male literacy at 68.27% and female literacy at 39.55%.
- There are around 127 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 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 Maksoodangarh Tehsil, within the Guna 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 664, with 353 males and 311 females.
- How many households are there in Kanjai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanjai village has a total of 127 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanjai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanjai is 54.82%. The male literacy rate is 68.27%, while the female literacy rate is 39.55%.