Kanjdia Village - Bhangar - I, South 24 Parganas
Kanjdia is a village situated in the Bhangar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 30.3 km from Gobindapur and around 40.1 km from Alipore. Bodra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanjdia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanjdia is 333681. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.44 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Sonarpur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kanjdia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanjdia
As per Census 2011, Kanjdia village has a total population of 2,685 people, consisting of 1,326 males and 1,359 females. The village has 525 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 432 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,571 literate and 1,114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanjdia are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,685 | 1,326 | 1,359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 221 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,571 | 853 | 718 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,114 | 473 | 641 |
Nearby Villages of Kanjdia
Kanjdia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gokulpur | North-East | 0.93 km |
| Pita Simulia | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Naora | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Harispur | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Bodra | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Khar Gachhi | North | 2.45 km |
| Noapara | West | 2.93 km |
| Erenda | West | 3.39 km |
| Jagulgachhi | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Mallik Kati | East | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanjdia
Kanjdia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghutiari Sharif, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonarpur to Kanjdia is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Kanjdia is about 40.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanjdia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanjdia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanjdia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanjdia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanjdia
Where is Kanjdia located?
Kanjdia village is located in Bhangar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanjdia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanjdia is Bodra.
What is the pincode of Kanjdia?
The pincode of Kanjdia is 743502.
What is the population of Kanjdia?
Kanjdia has a total population of 2,685, including 1,326 males and 1,359 females.
How many households are there in Kanjdia?
There are 525 households in Kanjdia.
What is the literacy rate in Kanjdia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanjdia is 58.51%. Male literacy is 64.33% and female literacy is 52.83%.