Kaj
Kaj is a village located in Kodinar taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Kodinar (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Kaj village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kaj unique in its vibrant Kodinar-Junagadh region. You’ll see Kaj’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 Kaj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaj is 515161. The village spans a total geographical area of 1439.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362720. Kodinar is nearest town to Kaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Kaj
Population of Kaj
According to the 2011 Census, Kaj has a total population of about 4,128, with approximately 2,084 males and 2,044 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 405 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,035 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 71.22%, with male literacy at about 79.41% and female literacy near 62.87%. There are around 717 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaj's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,128 | 2,084 | 2,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 214 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,035 | 505 | 530 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,940 | 1,655 | 1,285 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,188 | 429 | 759 |
Connectivity of Kaj
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaj. As per the 2011 stats, Kaj 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaj
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaj.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaj
- Where is Kaj located?
- Kaj village is situated in Kodinar Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaj?
- Kaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kaj?
- The pincode of Kaj is 362720, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaj is 4,128, with 2,084 males and 2,044 females.
- How many households are there in Kaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaj village has a total of 717 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaj is 71.22%. The male literacy rate is 79.41%, while the female literacy rate is 62.87%.