Ajanti Sim - Chopda, Jalgaon
Ajanti Sim is a village situated in the Chopda tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Ajantisim serves as the Village Panchayat for Ajanti Sim village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajanti Sim is 526688. The village covers a total geographical area of 594 hectares and falls under the 425108 pincode. Chopda is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ajanti Sim village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ajanti Sim
According to the 2011 Census, Ajanti Sim village had a total population of 889 people, including 465 males and 424 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.41%, with male literacy at 78.02% and female literacy at 51.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 237.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 889 | 465 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 60 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 59 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 237 | 123 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 505 | 316 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 149 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Ajanti Sim
Ajanti Sim 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadhoda | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Mohide | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Ghodasgaon | West | 2.38 km |
| Hol | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Kalali | South | 3.32 km |
| Dagadi Bk | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Ajande Bk | North | 3.70 km |
| Pimpale | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Satri | South | 4.37 km |
| Pilode | West | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ajanti Sim
Ajanti Sim is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhortex, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chopda to Ajanti Sim is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Ajanti Sim is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ajanti Sim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajanti Sim village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ajanti Sim
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajanti Sim village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ajanti Sim
Where is Ajanti Sim located?
Ajanti Sim village is located in Chopda Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ajanti Sim?
The Village Panchayat of Ajanti Sim is Ajantisim.
What is the pincode of Ajanti Sim?
The pincode of Ajanti Sim is 425108.
What is the population of Ajanti Sim?
Ajanti Sim had a total population of 889, including 465 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Ajanti Sim?
Ajanti Sim had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ajanti Sim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajanti Sim was 65.41%. Male literacy was 78.02% and female literacy was 51.50%.