Gajna
Gajna is a village located in Jawar tehsil of Sehore district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Jawar (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Sehore. As per 2009 stats, Gajna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gajna unique in its vibrant Jawar-Sehore region. You’ll see Gajna’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 Gajna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gajna is 483135. The village spans a total geographical area of 502.75 hectares. Jawar is nearest town to Gajna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Gajna
Population of Gajna
According to the 2011 Census, Gajna has a total population of about 830, with approximately 425 males and 405 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 138 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 408 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.27%, with male literacy at about 68.47% and female literacy near 43.46%. There are around 159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gajna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 830 | 425 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 408 | 208 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 291 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 134 | 229 |
Connectivity of Gajna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gajna. As per the 2011 stats, Gajna 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gajna
Knowing the nearby villages of Gajna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gajna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gajna
- Where is Gajna located?
- Gajna village is situated in Jawar Tehsil, within the Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gajna?
- Gajna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gajna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajna is 830, with 425 males and 405 females.
- How many households are there in Gajna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gajna village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gajna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajna is 56.27%. The male literacy rate is 68.47%, while the female literacy rate is 43.46%.