Lajai

Lajai is a village located in Tankara taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Tankara (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Lajai village is also a gram panchayat.

Lajai has its own place in the vibrant Rajkot region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lajai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lajai is 512722. The village spans a total geographical area of 2449.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363641. Maliya is nearest town to Lajai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Lajai

Below is a concise population overview of Lajai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lajai village:

  • The total population of Lajai village is around 4,126, including approximately 2,086 males and 2,040 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 383 children aged 0–6 years in Lajai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lajai village has 618 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Lajai village is about 72.61%, with male literacy at 78.67% and female literacy at 66.42%.
  • There are around 786 households in Lajai village.

Connectivity of Lajai

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lajai

Where is Lajai located?
Lajai village is situated in Tankara Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lajai?
Lajai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Lajai?
The pincode of Lajai is 363641, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lajai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lajai is 4,126, with 2,086 males and 2,040 females.
How many households are there in Lajai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lajai village has a total of 786 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lajai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lajai is 72.61%. The male literacy rate is 78.67%, while the female literacy rate is 66.42%.