Sanjaya
Sanjaya is a village located in Petlad taluka of Anand district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Petlad (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Anand. As per 2009 stats, Sanjaya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sanjaya unique in its vibrant Petlad-Anand region. You’ll see Sanjaya’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 Sanjaya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sanjaya is 516952. The village spans a total geographical area of 279.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 388450. Petlad is nearest town to Sanjaya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sanjaya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Petlad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Anand Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sanjaya
Population of Sanjaya
According to the 2011 Census, Sanjaya has a total population of about 4,014, with approximately 2,101 males and 1,913 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 482 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 248 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 74.99%, with male literacy at about 82.10% and female literacy near 67.17%. There are around 825 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sanjaya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,014 | 2,101 | 1,913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 277 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 127 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,010 | 1,725 | 1,285 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,004 | 376 | 628 |
Connectivity of Sanjaya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sanjaya. As per the 2011 stats, Sanjaya 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sanjaya
Knowing the nearby villages of Sanjaya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sanjaya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sanjaya
- Where is Sanjaya located?
- Sanjaya village is situated in Petlad Taluka, within the Anand district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sanjaya?
- Sanjaya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sanjaya?
- The pincode of Sanjaya is 388450, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sanjaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sanjaya is 4,014, with 2,101 males and 1,913 females.
- How many households are there in Sanjaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sanjaya village has a total of 825 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sanjaya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sanjaya is 74.99%. The male literacy rate is 82.10%, while the female literacy rate is 67.17%.