Gajanda
Gajanda is a village located in Shahnagar tehsil of Panna district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Shahnagar (tehsildar office) and 128km away from district headquarter Panna. As per 2009 stats, Gajanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gajanda unique in its vibrant Shahnagar-Panna region. You’ll see Gajanda’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 Gajanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gajanda is 459342. The village spans a total geographical area of 533.22 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Gajanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
Google Map of Gajanda
Population of Gajanda
According to the 2011 Census, Gajanda has a total population of about 1,486, with approximately 767 males and 719 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 258 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 209 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 572. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.18%, with male literacy at about 62.58% and female literacy near 47.29%. There are around 262 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gajanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,486 | 767 | 719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 136 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 111 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 572 | 288 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 820 | 480 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 287 | 379 |
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 5 - 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 Shahnagar Tehsil, within the Panna district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gajanda?
- Gajanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gajanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajanda is 1,486, with 767 males and 719 females.
- How many households are there in Gajanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gajanda village has a total of 262 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gajanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajanda is 55.18%. The male literacy rate is 62.58%, while the female literacy rate is 47.29%.