Hajira - Chorasi, Surat
Hajira is a village situated in the Chorasi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chorasi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Hajira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hajira is 524181. The village covers a total geographical area of 2012.5 hectares and falls under the 394270 pincode. Surat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Hajira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Choryasi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Navsari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hajira
As per Census 2011, Hajira village has a total population of 16,724 people, consisting of 12,840 males and 3,884 females. The village has 4,443 households and a sex ratio of 302 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,067 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13,494 literate and 3,230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 359 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hajira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,724 | 12,840 | 3,884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,067 | 511 | 556 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 63 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 359 | 207 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 13,494 | 11,016 | 2,478 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,230 | 1,824 | 1,406 |
Nearby Villages of Hajira
Hajira 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 Hajira
Public transport in the Hajira is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Hajira.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surat to Hajira is about 20 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 Hajira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hajira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hajira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hajira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hajira
Where is Hajira located?
Hajira village is located in Chorasi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hajira?
Hajira is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hajira?
The pincode of Hajira is 394270.
What is the population of Hajira?
Hajira has a total population of 16,724, including 12,840 males and 3,884 females.
How many households are there in Hajira?
There are 4,443 households in Hajira.
What is the literacy rate in Hajira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hajira is 80.69%. Male literacy is 85.79% and female literacy is 63.80%.