Ajantha
Ajantha is a village located in Sillod tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Sillod (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Ajantha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ajantha unique in its vibrant Sillod-Aurangabad region. You’ll see Ajantha’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 Ajantha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ajantha is 548580. The village spans a total geographical area of 1148 hectares. Sillod is nearest town to Ajantha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Ajantha
Population of Ajantha
According to the 2011 Census, Ajantha has a total population of about 16,266, with approximately 8,339 males and 7,927 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,616 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,135 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 235. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.19%, with male literacy at about 70.50% and female literacy near 59.61%. There are around 3,116 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ajantha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,266 | 8,339 | 7,927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,616 | 1,372 | 1,244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,135 | 578 | 557 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 235 | 117 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 10,604 | 5,879 | 4,725 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,662 | 2,460 | 3,202 |
Connectivity of Ajantha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ajantha. As per the 2011 stats, Ajantha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ajantha
Knowing the nearby villages of Ajantha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ajantha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ajantha
- Where is Ajantha located?
- Ajantha village is situated in Sillod Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ajantha?
- Ajantha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ajantha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ajantha is 16,266, with 8,339 males and 7,927 females.
- How many households are there in Ajantha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ajantha village has a total of 3,116 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ajantha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ajantha is 65.19%. The male literacy rate is 70.50%, while the female literacy rate is 59.61%.