Gajkunda
Gajkunda is a village located in Gande subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Gande (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Galkunda is the gram panchayat of Gajkunda village.
Gajkunda has its own place in the vibrant Giridih 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 Gajkunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gajkunda is 351907. The village spans a total geographical area of 161 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 815312. Giridih is nearest town to Gajkunda village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gajkunda 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 Gandey Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Gajkunda
Below is a concise population overview of Gajkunda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,090 | 1,093 | 997 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 546 | 280 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 881 | 562 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,209 | 531 | 678 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gajkunda village:
- The total population of Gajkunda village is around 2,090, including approximately 1,093 males and 997 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 546 children aged 0–6 years in Gajkunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gajkunda village has 48 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 20 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gajkunda village is about 42.15%, with male literacy at 51.42% and female literacy at 32.00%.
- There are around 277 households in Gajkunda village.
Connectivity of Gajkunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gajkunda. As per the 2011 stats, Gajkunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gajkunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Gajkunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gajkunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gajkunda
- Where is Gajkunda located?
- Gajkunda village is situated in Gande Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gajkunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gajkunda is Galkunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gajkunda?
- The pincode of Gajkunda is 815312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gajkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajkunda is 2,090, with 1,093 males and 997 females.
- How many households are there in Gajkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gajkunda village has a total of 277 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gajkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajkunda is 42.15%. The male literacy rate is 51.42%, while the female literacy rate is 32.00%.