Polajpur - Himatnagar, Sabar Kantha
Polajpur is a village situated in the Himatnagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Himatnagar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Polajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polajpur is 510533. The village covers a total geographical area of 622.83 hectares and falls under the 383002 pincode. Himatnagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Polajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Polajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Polajpur village had a total population of 1,521 people, including 770 males and 751 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.94%, with male literacy at 93.62% and female literacy at 56.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,521 | 770 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 112 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 981 | 616 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 154 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Polajpur
Polajpur 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 Polajpur
Public transport in the Polajpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Polajpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Himatnagar to Polajpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Polajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Polajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Polajpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Polajpur
Where is Polajpur located?
Polajpur village is located in Himatnagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Polajpur?
Polajpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Polajpur?
The pincode of Polajpur is 383002.
What is the population of Polajpur?
Polajpur had a total population of 1,521, including 770 males and 751 females.
How many households are there in Polajpur?
Polajpur had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Polajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polajpur was 74.94%. Male literacy was 93.62% and female literacy was 56.07%.