Kanja Misir - Harraiya, Basti
Kanja Misir is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Sikaaha Panday serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanja Misir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanja Misir is 179971. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.64 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode. Basti is the nearest town.
Kanja Misir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanja Misir
As per Census 2011, Kanja Misir village has a total population of 12 people, consisting of 7 males and 5 females. The village has 3 households and a sex ratio of 714 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5 literate and 7 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanja Misir are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Kanja Misir
Kanja Misir is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopalpur Panday | North-West | 0.54 km |
| Pakari Sangram | North-West | 0.96 km |
| Ramvapur Panday | East | 1.38 km |
| Dorupur | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Sauri | North | 1.57 km |
| Manjhapure Chetan | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Sahjira Pure Dukhi | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Shambhupur | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Pureson | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Sikaraha Panday | East | 2.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanja Misir
The nearest railway station is Bilhar Ghat, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Kanja Misir is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Kanja Misir
Where is Kanja Misir located?
Kanja Misir village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanja Misir?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanja Misir is Sikaaha Panday.
What is the pincode of Kanja Misir?
The pincode of Kanja Misir is 272130.
What is the population of Kanja Misir?
Kanja Misir has a total population of 12, including 7 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Kanja Misir?
There are 3 households in Kanja Misir.
What is the literacy rate in Kanja Misir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanja Misir is 41.67%. Male literacy is 42.86% and female literacy is 40.00%.