Ajas - Ajas, Bandipora
Ajas is a village situated in the Ajas tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Sonawari and around 20 km from Bandipora. Ajas A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ajas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajas is 002777. The village covers a total geographical area of 1464.6 hectares and falls under the 193502 pincode. Hajin is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ajas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ajas
As per Census 2011, Ajas village has a total population of 12,961 people, consisting of 6,726 males and 6,235 females. The village has 1,908 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,144 literate and 6,817 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,483 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ajas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,961 | 6,726 | 6,235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,160 | 1,190 | 970 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,483 | 1,293 | 1,190 |
| Literate Population | 6,144 | 3,815 | 2,329 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,817 | 2,911 | 3,906 |
Transport and Connectivity of Ajas
Ajas 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 Hajin to Ajas is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipora to Ajas is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ajas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ajas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ajas
Where is Ajas located?
Ajas village is located in Ajas Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ajas?
The Gram Panchayat of Ajas is Ajas A.
What is the pincode of Ajas?
The pincode of Ajas is 193502.
What is the population of Ajas?
Ajas has a total population of 12,961, including 6,726 males and 6,235 females.
How many households are there in Ajas?
There are 1,908 households in Ajas.
What is the literacy rate in Ajas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajas is 47.40%. Male literacy is 56.72% and female literacy is 37.35%.