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.
Here you can discover what makes Lajai unique in its vibrant Tankara-Rajkot region. You’ll see Lajai’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 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.
Google Map of Lajai
Population of Lajai
According to the 2011 Census, Lajai has a total population of about 4,126, with approximately 2,086 males and 2,040 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 383 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 618 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.61%, with male literacy at about 78.67% and female literacy near 66.42%. There are around 786 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lajai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
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.
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%.