Traj - Matar, Kheda
Traj is a village situated in the Matar taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Matar and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Traj village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Traj is 517543. The village covers a total geographical area of 1519.13 hectares and falls under the 387530 pincode. Nadiad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Traj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Traj
As per Census 2011, Traj village has a total population of 4,432 people, consisting of 2,323 males and 2,109 females. The village has 916 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 552 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,351 literate and 1,081 illiterate residents. Additionally, 346 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Traj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,432 | 2,323 | 2,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 552 | 328 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 190 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3,351 | 1,847 | 1,504 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,081 | 476 | 605 |
Nearby Villages of Traj
Traj 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 Traj
Traj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Traj has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nadiad to Traj is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Traj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Traj 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 Traj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Traj 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Traj
Where is Traj located?
Traj village is located in Matar Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Traj?
Traj is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Traj?
The pincode of Traj is 387530.
What is the population of Traj?
Traj has a total population of 4,432, including 2,323 males and 2,109 females.
How many households are there in Traj?
There are 916 households in Traj.
What is the literacy rate in Traj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Traj is 75.61%. Male literacy is 79.51% and female literacy is 71.31%.