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
According to the 2011 Census, Kanja Misir village had a total population of 12 people, including 7 males and 5 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 714 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 12, including 7 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Kanja Misir?
Kanja Misir had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanja Misir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanja Misir was 50.00%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 50.00%.