Kanjai Village - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Kanjai is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maksudangarh and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Kanjai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanjai is 499430. The village covers a total geographical area of 196 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Biaora is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Kanjai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanjai
As per Census 2011, Kanjai village has a total population of 664 people, consisting of 353 males and 311 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanjai are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 664 | 353 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 111 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 241 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 112 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Kanjai
Kanjai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kanjai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kanjai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biaora to Kanjai is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Kanjai is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanjai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanjai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanjai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanjai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanjai
Where is Kanjai located?
Kanjai village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanjai?
Kanjai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanjai?
The pincode of Kanjai is 473287.
What is the population of Kanjai?
Kanjai has a total population of 664, including 353 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Kanjai?
There are 127 households in Kanjai.
What is the literacy rate in Kanjai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanjai is 54.82%. Male literacy is 68.27% and female literacy is 39.55%.