Kaneja
Kaneja is a village located in Ludhiana East tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (east) (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Kaneja village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kaneja unique in its vibrant Ludhiana East-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Kaneja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kaneja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaneja is 033481. The village spans a total geographical area of 278 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141007. Ludhiana is nearest town to Kaneja village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kaneja
Population of Kaneja
According to the 2011 Census, Kaneja has a total population of about 1,829, with approximately 1,002 males and 827 females. The sex ratio is around 825 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 231 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 161 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.83%, with male literacy at about 65.47% and female literacy near 50.79%. There are around 366 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaneja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,829 | 1,002 | 827 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 127 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 98 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,076 | 656 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 753 | 346 | 407 |
Connectivity of Kaneja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaneja. As per the 2011 stats, Kaneja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaneja
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaneja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaneja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaneja
- Where is Kaneja located?
- Kaneja village is situated in Ludhiana East Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaneja?
- Kaneja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kaneja?
- The pincode of Kaneja is 141007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaneja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaneja is 1,829, with 1,002 males and 827 females.
- How many households are there in Kaneja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaneja village has a total of 366 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaneja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaneja is 58.83%. The male literacy rate is 65.47%, while the female literacy rate is 50.79%.