Gunjarga
Gunjarga is a village located in Nilanga tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Nilanga (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Gunjarga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gunjarga unique in its vibrant Nilanga-Latur region. You’ll see Gunjarga’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 Gunjarga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gunjarga is 560801. The village spans a total geographical area of 701.98 hectares. Nilanga is nearest town to Gunjarga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gunjarga 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 Nilanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gunjarga
Population of Gunjarga
According to the 2011 Census, Gunjarga has a total population of about 1,806, with approximately 961 males and 845 females. The sex ratio is around 879 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 204 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 259 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.51%, with male literacy at about 72.63% and female literacy near 55.27%. There are around 369 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gunjarga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,806 | 961 | 845 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 120 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 139 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,165 | 698 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 641 | 263 | 378 |
Connectivity of Gunjarga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gunjarga. As per the 2011 stats, Gunjarga 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 Gunjarga
Knowing the nearby villages of Gunjarga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gunjarga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gunjarga
- Where is Gunjarga located?
- Gunjarga village is situated in Nilanga Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gunjarga?
- Gunjarga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gunjarga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gunjarga is 1,806, with 961 males and 845 females.
- How many households are there in Gunjarga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gunjarga village has a total of 369 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gunjarga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gunjarga is 64.51%. The male literacy rate is 72.63%, while the female literacy rate is 55.27%.