Garaj
Garaj is a village located in Vaijapur tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Vaijapur (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Garaj village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Garaj unique in its vibrant Vaijapur-Aurangabad region. You’ll see Garaj’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 Garaj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garaj is 549054. The village spans a total geographical area of 795 hectares. Vaijapur is nearest town to Garaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Garaj
Population of Garaj
According to the 2011 Census, Garaj has a total population of about 1,454, with approximately 725 males and 729 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 186 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 212 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.05%, with male literacy at about 79.72% and female literacy near 58.44%. There are around 333 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garaj's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,454 | 725 | 729 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 98 | 88 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 101 | 111 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Literate Population | 1,004 | 578 | 426 |
Illiterate Population | 450 | 147 | 303 |
Connectivity of Garaj
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garaj. As per the 2011 stats, Garaj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garaj
Knowing the nearby villages of Garaj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garaj.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garaj
- Where is Garaj located?
- Garaj village is situated in Vaijapur Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garaj?
- Garaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Garaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garaj is 1,454, with 725 males and 729 females.
- How many households are there in Garaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garaj village has a total of 333 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garaj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garaj is 69.05%. The male literacy rate is 79.72%, while the female literacy rate is 58.44%.