Rajani - Jamner, Jalgaon
Rajani is a village situated in the Jamner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamner and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Rajani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajani is 528032. The village covers a total geographical area of 1890 hectares and falls under the 425310 pincode. Bhusaval is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Rajani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajani
As per Census 2011, Rajani village has a total population of 2,983 people, consisting of 1,561 males and 1,422 females. The village has 706 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 393 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,924 literate and 1,059 illiterate residents. Additionally, 364 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 321 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,983 | 1,561 | 1,422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 393 | 215 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 197 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 321 | 164 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 1,924 | 1,131 | 793 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,059 | 430 | 629 |
Nearby Villages of Rajani
Rajani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kapuswadi | South | 3.44 km |
| Mahalungi Jahagir | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Gornale | East | 3.55 km |
| Betawad Bk | North | 3.99 km |
| Nandre Haveli | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Devalasgaon | North-West | 5.19 km |
| Sonbarad Pr.malkapur | South-East | 5.20 km |
| Moykhede Digar | West | 5.42 km |
| Pangarkhed | South-East | 6.13 km |
| Junone | South | 6.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajani
Rajani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bodwad, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhusaval to Rajani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Rajani is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rajani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajani 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 Rajani
Where is Rajani located?
Rajani village is located in Jamner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajani?
Rajani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajani?
The pincode of Rajani is 425310.
What is the population of Rajani?
Rajani has a total population of 2,983, including 1,561 males and 1,422 females.
How many households are there in Rajani?
There are 706 households in Rajani.
What is the literacy rate in Rajani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajani is 64.50%. Male literacy is 72.45% and female literacy is 55.77%.