Rajkot
Rajkot is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 132km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Jampur is the gram panchayat of Rajkot village.
Here you can discover what makes Rajkot unique in its vibrant Tharad-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Rajkot’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 Rajkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rajkot is 507519. The village spans a total geographical area of 1107.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385565. Tharad is nearest town to Rajkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Rajkot
Population of Rajkot
According to the 2011 Census, Rajkot has a total population of about 1,977, with approximately 1,002 males and 975 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 376 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 237 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 86. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.36%, with male literacy at about 66.57% and female literacy near 39.79%. There are around 377 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rajkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,977 | 1,002 | 975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 376 | 172 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 115 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 51 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,055 | 667 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 922 | 335 | 587 |
Connectivity of Rajkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rajkot. As per the 2011 stats, Rajkot 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 Rajkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Rajkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rajkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rajkot
- Where is Rajkot located?
- Rajkot village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rajkot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rajkot is Jampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Rajkot?
- The pincode of Rajkot is 385565, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rajkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rajkot is 1,977, with 1,002 males and 975 females.
- How many households are there in Rajkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rajkot village has a total of 377 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rajkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rajkot is 53.36%. The male literacy rate is 66.57%, while the female literacy rate is 39.79%.