Gajgaon
Gajgaon is a village located in Murhu subdivision of Khunti district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 9km away from Khunti, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gajgaon village. As per 2009 stats, Hansa is the gram panchayat of Gajgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Gajgaon unique in its vibrant Murhu-Khunti region. You’ll see Gajgaon’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 Gajgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gajgaon is 375126. The village spans a total geographical area of 566.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835216. Murhu is nearest town to Gajgaon village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gajgaon
Population of Gajgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gajgaon has a total population of about 1,194, with approximately 606 males and 588 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 157 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,089. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.10%, with male literacy at about 75.25% and female literacy near 62.76%. There are around 199 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gajgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,194 | 606 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 71 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,089 | 548 | 541 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 456 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 150 | 219 |
Connectivity of Gajgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gajgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gajgaon 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 Gajgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gajgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gajgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gajgaon
- Where is Gajgaon located?
- Gajgaon village is situated in Murhu Subdivision, within the Khunti district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gajgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gajgaon is Hansa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gajgaon?
- The pincode of Gajgaon is 835216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gajgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajgaon is 1,194, with 606 males and 588 females.
- How many households are there in Gajgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gajgaon village has a total of 199 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gajgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajgaon is 69.10%. The male literacy rate is 75.25%, while the female literacy rate is 62.76%.