Kanjai
Kanjai is a village located in Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Majholi (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Jabalpur. As per 2009 stats, Kanjai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanjai unique in its vibrant Majholi-Jabalpur 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 489285. The village spans a total geographical area of 680.41 hectares. Panagar is nearest town to Kanjai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km 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 Patan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jabalpur 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kanjai has a total population of about 1,687, with approximately 865 males and 822 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 201 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 23 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 368. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.63%, with male literacy at about 76.99% and female literacy near 55.72%. There are around 445 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 | 1,687 | 865 | 822 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 94 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 178 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 1,124 | 666 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 563 | 199 | 364 |
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 village |
| 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 Majholi Tehsil, within the Jabalpur 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 1,687, with 865 males and 822 females.
- How many households are there in Kanjai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanjai village has a total of 445 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanjai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanjai is 66.63%. The male literacy rate is 76.99%, while the female literacy rate is 55.72%.