Rajana - Chandur Railway, Amravati
Rajana is a village situated in the Chandur Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandur Railway and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Rajna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajana is 533197. The village covers a total geographical area of 589.21 hectares and falls under the 444904 pincode. Chandur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Rajana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajana
As per Census 2011, Rajana village has a total population of 815 people, consisting of 413 males and 402 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 636 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 815 | 413 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 145 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 337 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 76 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Rajana
Rajana is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Neknanpur | South | 1.79 km |
| Tuljapur | North | 2.39 km |
| Sagulwada | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Songaon | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Dipori | East | 3.49 km |
| Chandur | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Shirajgaon Korde | North | 3.70 km |
| Dilawarpur | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Kalamgaon | South | 5.07 km |
| Ismailpur | East | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajana
Rajana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dipore, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandur to Rajana is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Rajana is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rajana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rajana
Where is Rajana located?
Rajana village is located in Chandur Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajana?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajana is Rajna.
What is the pincode of Rajana?
The pincode of Rajana is 444904.
What is the population of Rajana?
Rajana has a total population of 815, including 413 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Rajana?
There are 205 households in Rajana.
What is the literacy rate in Rajana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajana is 78.04%. Male literacy is 81.60% and female literacy is 74.38%.