Kanjai
Kanjai is a village located in Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Gotegaon (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Kanjai village is also a gram panchayat.
Kanjai has its own place in the vibrant Narsimhapur 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 490541. The village spans a total geographical area of 766.58 hectares. Gotegaon is nearest town to Kanjai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km 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 Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandla 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 | 2,561 | 1,313 | 1,248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 141 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 750 | 385 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 564 | 282 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 1,788 | 1,013 | 775 |
| Illiterate Population | 773 | 300 | 473 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanjai village:
- The total population of Kanjai village is around 2,561, including approximately 1,313 males and 1,248 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 284 children aged 0–6 years in Kanjai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanjai village has 750 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 564 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanjai village is about 69.82%, with male literacy at 77.15% and female literacy at 62.10%.
- There are around 709 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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Gotegaon Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur 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 2,561, with 1,313 males and 1,248 females.
- How many households are there in Kanjai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanjai village has a total of 709 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanjai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanjai is 69.82%. The male literacy rate is 77.15%, while the female literacy rate is 62.10%.