Gijavane
Gijavane is a village located in Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Gadhinglaj (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Gijavane village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gijavane unique in its vibrant Gadhinglaj-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Gijavane’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 Gijavane
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gijavane is 567969. The village spans a total geographical area of 620 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416502. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to Gijavane village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gijavane village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kagal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gijavane
Population of Gijavane
According to the 2011 Census, Gijavane has a total population of about 5,915, with approximately 2,934 males and 2,981 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 577 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 521 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 25. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.36%, with male literacy at about 80.54% and female literacy near 66.29%. There are around 1,456 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gijavane's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,915 | 2,934 | 2,981 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 299 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 521 | 253 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 4,339 | 2,363 | 1,976 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,576 | 571 | 1,005 |
Connectivity of Gijavane
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gijavane. As per the 2011 stats, Gijavane 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gijavane
Knowing the nearby villages of Gijavane helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gijavane.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gijavane
- Where is Gijavane located?
- Gijavane village is situated in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gijavane?
- Gijavane serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gijavane?
- The pincode of Gijavane is 416502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gijavane as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gijavane is 5,915, with 2,934 males and 2,981 females.
- How many households are there in Gijavane as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gijavane village has a total of 1,456 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gijavane as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gijavane is 73.36%. The male literacy rate is 80.54%, while the female literacy rate is 66.29%.