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.
Garaj has its own place in the vibrant Aurangabad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Garaj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garaj village:
- The total population of Garaj village is around 1,454, including approximately 725 males and 729 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 186 children aged 0–6 years in Garaj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garaj village has 212 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garaj village is about 69.05%, with male literacy at 79.72% and female literacy at 58.44%.
- There are around 333 households in Garaj village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.