Kanjai
About Kanjai
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kanjai village is 490541. Kanjai village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 766.58 hectares. Kanjai has a total population of 2,561 peoples, out of which male population is 1,313 while female population is 1,248. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 950 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kanjai village is 69.82% out of which 77.15% males and 62.10% females are literate. There are about 709 houses in kanjai village.
When it comes to administration, Kanjai 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, Kanjai village comes under Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandla Lok Sabha constituency. Gotegaon is nearest town to kanjai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Kanjai
The population details of Kanjai 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 | 2,561 | 1,313 | 1,248 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 284 | 141 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 750 | 385 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 564 | 282 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 1,788 | 1,013 | 775 |
| Illiterate Population | 773 | 300 | 473 |
Connectivity of Kanjai
| 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 |
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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%.