Gajanda

Gajanda is a village located in Jama subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Jama (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Palasi is the gram panchayat of Gajanda village.

Gajanda has its own place in the vibrant Dumka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gajanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gajanda is 371830. The village spans a total geographical area of 55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Dumka is nearest town to Gajanda village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gajanda

Below is a concise population overview of Gajanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 537 276 261
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 101 53 48
Scheduled Castes (SC) 11 5 6
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 268 170 98
Illiterate Population 269 106 163

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gajanda village:

  • The total population of Gajanda village is around 537, including approximately 276 males and 261 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 101 children aged 0–6 years in Gajanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gajanda village has 11 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gajanda village is about 49.91%, with male literacy at 61.59% and female literacy at 37.55%.
  • There are around 114 households in Gajanda village.

Connectivity of Gajanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gajanda. As per the 2011 stats, Gajanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gajanda

Knowing the nearby villages of Gajanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gajanda.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gajanda

Where is Gajanda located?
Gajanda village is situated in Jama Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gajanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gajanda is Palasi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gajanda?
The pincode of Gajanda is 814146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gajanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajanda is 537, with 276 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Gajanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gajanda village has a total of 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gajanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajanda is 49.91%. The male literacy rate is 61.59%, while the female literacy rate is 37.55%.