Kanji
Kanji is a village located in Chengam taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Chengam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kanji village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kanji village is also a gram panchayat.
Kanji has its own place in the vibrant Tiruvannamalai 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 Kanji
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanji is 631875. The village spans a total geographical area of 800.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606702. Tiruvannamalai is nearest town to Kanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Kanji
Population of Kanji
Below is a concise population overview of Kanji 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 | 5,873 | 2,884 | 2,989 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 749 | 385 | 364 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,070 | 532 | 538 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 3,972 | 2,143 | 1,829 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,901 | 741 | 1,160 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanji village:
- The total population of Kanji village is around 5,873, including approximately 2,884 males and 2,989 females, with a sex ratio of 1036 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 749 children aged 0–6 years in Kanji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanji village has 1,070 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 29 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanji village is about 67.63%, with male literacy at 74.31% and female literacy at 61.19%.
- There are around 1,475 households in Kanji village.
Connectivity of Kanji
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanji. As per the 2011 stats, Kanji 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 18 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanji
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanji.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanji
- Where is Kanji located?
- Kanji village is situated in Chengam Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanji?
- Kanji serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanji?
- The pincode of Kanji is 606702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanji is 5,873, with 2,884 males and 2,989 females.
- How many households are there in Kanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanji village has a total of 1,475 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanji as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanji is 67.63%. The male literacy rate is 74.31%, while the female literacy rate is 61.19%.