Ajab

Ajab is a village located in Keshod taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Keshod (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Ajab village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Ajab unique in its vibrant Keshod-Junagadh region. You’ll see Ajab’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 Ajab

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ajab is 514757. The village spans a total geographical area of 3238.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362229. Keshod is nearest town to Ajab village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Ajab 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 Keshod Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Ajab

According to the 2011 Census, Ajab has a total population of about 8,026, with approximately 4,105 males and 3,921 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 716 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 259 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.19%, with male literacy at about 76.54% and female literacy near 61.49%. There are around 1,898 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ajab's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 8,026 4,105 3,921
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 716 361 355
Scheduled Castes (SC) 259 149 110
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 11 6 5
Literate Population 5,553 3,142 2,411
Illiterate Population 2,473 963 1,510

Connectivity of Ajab

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ajab. As per the 2011 stats, Ajab 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 Ajab

Knowing the nearby villages of Ajab helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ajab.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ajab

Where is Ajab located?
Ajab village is situated in Keshod Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ajab?
Ajab serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ajab?
The pincode of Ajab is 362229, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ajab as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ajab is 8,026, with 4,105 males and 3,921 females.
How many households are there in Ajab as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ajab village has a total of 1,898 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ajab as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ajab is 69.19%. The male literacy rate is 76.54%, while the female literacy rate is 61.49%.