Kanjhar
About Kanjhar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kanjhar village is 477478. Kanjhar village is located in Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Bhikangaon (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Kanzar is the gram panchayat of Kanjhar village.
The total geographical area of village is 2573.8 hectares. Kanjhar has a total population of 5,253 peoples, out of which male population is 2,629 while female population is 2,624. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 998 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kanjhar village is 49.42% out of which 58.04% males and 40.78% females are literate. There are about 938 houses in kanjhar village.
When it comes to administration, Kanjhar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kanjhar village comes under Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Khandwa Lok Sabha constituency. Bhikangaon is nearest town to kanjhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Kanjhar
The population details of Kanjhar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,253 | 2,629 | 2,624 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 890 | 466 | 424 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 222 | 115 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 3,513 | 1,752 | 1,761 |
| Literate Population | 2,596 | 1,526 | 1,070 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,657 | 1,103 | 1,554 |
Connectivity of Kanjhar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kanjhar
Where is Kanjhar located?
Kanjhar village is situated in Bhikangaon Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanjhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanjhar is Kanzar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kanjhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanjhar is 5,253, with 2,629 males and 2,624 females.
How many households are there in Kanjhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanjhar village has a total of 938 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanjhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanjhar is 49.42%. The male literacy rate is 58.04%, while the female literacy rate is 40.78%.