Kanjhar - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kanjhar is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kanzar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanjhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanjhar is 477478. The village covers a total geographical area of 2573.8 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kanjhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanjhar
As per Census 2011, Kanjhar village has a total population of 5,253 people, consisting of 2,629 males and 2,624 females. The village has 938 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 890 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,596 literate and 2,657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 222 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,513 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanjhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,253 | 2,629 | 2,624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 890 | 466 | 424 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 115 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,513 | 1,752 | 1,761 |
| Literate Population | 2,596 | 1,526 | 1,070 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,657 | 1,103 | 1,554 |
Nearby Villages of Kanjhar
Kanjhar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Boruth | North | 3.95 km |
| Bijlawada | North | 8.03 km |
| Baliya | North | 9.33 km |
| Borgaon | North-East | 9.39 km |
| Gumthi | North | 10.09 km |
| Dasora | North-East | 11.57 km |
| Pachhaya | North-East | 11.65 km |
| Chhimari | North-East | 13.74 km |
| Jirawat | North-East | 14.23 km |
| Dhankalan | North | 14.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanjhar
Kanjhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Attar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Kanjhar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kanjhar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanjhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanjhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanjhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanjhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kanjhar
Where is Kanjhar located?
Kanjhar village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanjhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanjhar is Kanzar.
What is the pincode of Kanjhar?
The pincode of Kanjhar is 451331.
What is the population of Kanjhar?
Kanjhar has a total population of 5,253, including 2,629 males and 2,624 females.
How many households are there in Kanjhar?
There are 938 households in Kanjhar.
What is the literacy rate in Kanjhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanjhar is 49.42%. Male literacy is 58.04% and female literacy is 40.78%.