Gajan
Gajan is a village located in Malpur taluka of Sabar Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Malpur (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Himatnagar. As per 2009 stats, Gajan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gajan unique in its vibrant Malpur-Sabar Kantha region. You’ll see Gajan’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 Gajan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gajan is 510907. The village spans a total geographical area of 390.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 383345. Malpur is nearest town to Gajan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Gajan
Population of Gajan
According to the 2011 Census, Gajan has a total population of about 827, with approximately 421 males and 406 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 75 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 281 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.11%, with male literacy at about 76.48% and female literacy near 57.39%. There are around 177 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gajan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 827 | 421 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 135 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 555 | 322 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 99 | 173 |
Connectivity of Gajan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gajan. As per the 2011 stats, Gajan 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gajan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gajan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gajan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gajan
- Where is Gajan located?
- Gajan village is situated in Malpur Taluka, within the Sabar Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gajan?
- Gajan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gajan?
- The pincode of Gajan is 383345, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gajan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajan is 827, with 421 males and 406 females.
- How many households are there in Gajan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gajan village has a total of 177 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gajan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajan is 67.11%. The male literacy rate is 76.48%, while the female literacy rate is 57.39%.