Ajol - Mansa, Gandhinagar
Ajol is a village situated in the Mansa taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mansa and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Ajol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajol is 511196. The village covers a total geographical area of 1076.6 hectares and falls under the 382810 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Ajol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ajol
As per Census 2011, Ajol village has a total population of 5,844 people, consisting of 3,034 males and 2,810 females. The village has 1,343 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 523 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,366 literate and 1,478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 405 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ajol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,844 | 3,034 | 2,810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 272 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 405 | 208 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 4,366 | 2,490 | 1,876 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,478 | 544 | 934 |
Nearby Villages of Ajol
Ajol is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ajol
Ajol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mansa to Ajol is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Ajol is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ajol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ajol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ajol
Where is Ajol located?
Ajol village is located in Mansa Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ajol?
Ajol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ajol?
The pincode of Ajol is 382810.
What is the population of Ajol?
Ajol has a total population of 5,844, including 3,034 males and 2,810 females.
How many households are there in Ajol?
There are 1,343 households in Ajol.
What is the literacy rate in Ajol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajol is 74.71%. Male literacy is 82.07% and female literacy is 66.76%.