Kanjiama - Polasara, Ganjam
Kanjiama is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Pandiripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanjiama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanjiama is 411536. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kanjiama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanjiama
According to the 2011 Census, Kanjiama village had a total population of 122 people, including 60 males and 62 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.49%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 59.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 122 | 60 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 45 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 15 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Kanjiama
Kanjiama is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kanjiama
Kanjiama is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Polasara to Kanjiama is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kanjiama is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanjiama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanjiama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanjiama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanjiama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanjiama
Where is Kanjiama located?
Kanjiama village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanjiama?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanjiama is Pandiripada.
What is the pincode of Kanjiama?
The pincode of Kanjiama is 761105.
What is the population of Kanjiama?
Kanjiama had a total population of 122, including 60 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Kanjiama?
Kanjiama had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanjiama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanjiama was 74.49%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 59.57%.