Lajai - Tankara, Morbi
Lajai is a village situated in the Tankara taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Tankara and around 52 km from Rajkot. Lajai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lajai is 512722. The village covers a total geographical area of 2449.5 hectares and falls under the 363641 pincode. Maliya is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lajai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lajai
As per Census 2011, Lajai village has a total population of 4,126 people, consisting of 2,086 males and 2,040 females. The village has 786 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 383 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,996 literate and 1,130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 618 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lajai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,126 | 2,086 | 2,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 204 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 618 | 291 | 327 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,996 | 1,641 | 1,355 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,130 | 445 | 685 |
Nearby Villages of Lajai
Lajai 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 Lajai
Lajai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lajai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maliya to Lajai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Lajai is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lajai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lajai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lajai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lajai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lajai
Where is Lajai located?
Lajai village is located in Tankara Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lajai?
Lajai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lajai?
The pincode of Lajai is 363641.
What is the population of Lajai?
Lajai has a total population of 4,126, including 2,086 males and 2,040 females.
How many households are there in Lajai?
There are 786 households in Lajai.
What is the literacy rate in Lajai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lajai is 72.61%. Male literacy is 78.67% and female literacy is 66.42%.