Gajlana
Gajlana is a village located in Thanesar tehsil of Kurukshetra district in Haryana, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Thanesar (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Kurukshetra. As per 2009 stats, Gajlana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gajlana unique in its vibrant Thanesar-Kurukshetra region. You’ll see Gajlana’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 Gajlana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gajlana is 058653. The village spans a total geographical area of 433 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 136132. Ladwa is nearest town to Gajlana village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gajlana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ladwa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gajlana
Population of Gajlana
According to the 2011 Census, Gajlana has a total population of about 1,464, with approximately 752 males and 712 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 678 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 67.01%, with male literacy at about 71.94% and female literacy near 61.80%. There are around 291 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gajlana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,464 | 752 | 712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 84 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 678 | 348 | 330 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 981 | 541 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 211 | 272 |
Connectivity of Gajlana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gajlana. As per the 2011 stats, Gajlana 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gajlana
Knowing the nearby villages of Gajlana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gajlana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gajlana
- Where is Gajlana located?
- Gajlana village is situated in Thanesar Tehsil, within the Kurukshetra district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gajlana?
- Gajlana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gajlana?
- The pincode of Gajlana is 136132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gajlana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajlana is 1,464, with 752 males and 712 females.
- How many households are there in Gajlana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gajlana village has a total of 291 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gajlana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajlana is 67.01%. The male literacy rate is 71.94%, while the female literacy rate is 61.80%.