Kanjia - Satyabadi, Puri
Kanjia is a village situated in the Satyabadi tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satyabadi and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Penthapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanjia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanjia is 409677. The village covers a total geographical area of 326 hectares and falls under the 752014 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kanjia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satyabadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanjia
According to the 2011 Census, Kanjia village had a total population of 3,498 people, including 1,833 males and 1,665 females, living in 704 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.02%, with male literacy at 89.90% and female literacy at 77.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 753.
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 | 3,498 | 1,833 | 1,665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 200 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 753 | 396 | 357 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,640 | 1,468 | 1,172 |
| Illiterate Population | 858 | 365 | 493 |
Nearby Villages of Kanjia
Kanjia 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 Kanjia
Kanjia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Kanjia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Kanjia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kanjia is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanjia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanjia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kanjia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanjia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kanjia
Where is Kanjia located?
Kanjia village is located in Satyabadi Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanjia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanjia is Penthapada.
What is the pincode of Kanjia?
The pincode of Kanjia is 752014.
What is the population of Kanjia?
Kanjia had a total population of 3,498, including 1,833 males and 1,665 females.
How many households are there in Kanjia?
Kanjia had 704 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanjia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanjia was 84.02%. Male literacy was 89.90% and female literacy was 77.67%.