Gajyani - Chirgaon, Shimla
Gajyani is a village situated in the Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Shiladesh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gajyani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajyani is 026665. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.31 hectares and falls under the 171208 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Gajyani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Gajyani
As per Census 2011, Gajyani village has a total population of 864 people, consisting of 443 males and 421 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 556 literate and 308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gajyani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 864 | 443 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 57 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 148 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 336 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 107 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Gajyani
Gajyani 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 Gajyani
Gajyani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Gajyani is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajyani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajyani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gajyani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajyani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gajyani
Where is Gajyani located?
Gajyani village is located in Chirgaon Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gajyani?
The Gram Panchayat of Gajyani is Shiladesh.
What is the pincode of Gajyani?
The pincode of Gajyani is 171208.
What is the population of Gajyani?
Gajyani has a total population of 864, including 443 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Gajyani?
There are 190 households in Gajyani.
What is the literacy rate in Gajyani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajyani is 64.35%. Male literacy is 75.85% and female literacy is 52.26%.