Ghodaj
About Ghodaj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ghodaj village is 545325. Ghodaj village is located in Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kandhar (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Ghodaj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 953.98 hectares. Ghodaj has a total population of 2,531 peoples, out of which male population is 1,299 while female population is 1,232. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 948 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ghodaj village is 64.09% out of which 73.29% males and 54.38% females are literate. There are about 488 houses in ghodaj village.
When it comes to administration, Ghodaj village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Ghodaj village comes under Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency & Latur Lok Sabha constituency. Kandhar is nearest town to ghodaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Ghodaj
The population details of Ghodaj cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,531 | 1,299 | 1,232 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 346 | 181 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 545 | 281 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,622 | 952 | 670 |
| Illiterate Population | 909 | 347 | 562 |
Connectivity of Ghodaj
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ghodaj
Where is Ghodaj located?
Ghodaj village is situated in Kandhar Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodaj?
Ghodaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Ghodaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghodaj is 2,531, with 1,299 males and 1,232 females.
How many households are there in Ghodaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghodaj village has a total of 488 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodaj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghodaj is 64.09%. The male literacy rate is 73.29%, while the female literacy rate is 54.38%.