Rajena - Virpur, Mahisagar
Rajena is a village situated in the Virpur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Virpur and around 110 km from Nadiad. Dholavada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajena is 517299. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.97 hectares and falls under the 388260 pincode. Virpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Rajena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajena
According to the 2011 Census, Rajena village had a total population of 701 people, including 373 males and 328 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.15%, with male literacy at 87.89% and female literacy at 56.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 701 | 373 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 283 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 90 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Rajena
Rajena 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 Rajena
Public transport in the Rajena 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 Virpur to Rajena is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Rajena is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rajena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rajena
Where is Rajena located?
Rajena village is located in Virpur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rajena?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajena is Dholavada.
What is the pincode of Rajena?
The pincode of Rajena is 388260.
What is the population of Rajena?
Rajena had a total population of 701, including 373 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Rajena?
Rajena had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajena was 73.15%. Male literacy was 87.89% and female literacy was 56.49%.