Gajhanda
Gajhanda is a village located in Thakurgangti subdivision of Godda district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Thakurgangti (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Godda. As per 2009 stats, Tetariyamal is the gram panchayat of Gajhanda village.
Here you can discover what makes Gajhanda unique in its vibrant Thakurgangti-Godda region. You’ll see Gajhanda’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 Gajhanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gajhanda is 355911. The village spans a total geographical area of 67.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 813208. Thakurgangti is nearest town to Gajhanda village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gajhanda
Population of Gajhanda
According to the 2011 Census, Gajhanda has a total population of about 530, with approximately 297 males and 233 females. The sex ratio is around 784 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 98 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 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 25.28%, with male literacy at about 34.01% and female literacy near 14.16%. There are around 90 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gajhanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 530 | 297 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 58 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 134 | 101 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 196 | 200 |
Connectivity of Gajhanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gajhanda. As per the 2011 stats, Gajhanda 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gajhanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Gajhanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gajhanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gajhanda
- Where is Gajhanda located?
- Gajhanda village is situated in Thakurgangti Subdivision, within the Godda district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gajhanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gajhanda is Tetariyamal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gajhanda?
- The pincode of Gajhanda is 813208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gajhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajhanda is 530, with 297 males and 233 females.
- How many households are there in Gajhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gajhanda village has a total of 90 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gajhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajhanda is 25.28%. The male literacy rate is 34.01%, while the female literacy rate is 14.16%.