Ajande Bk. - Malegaon, Nashik
Ajande Bk. is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Ajande serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ajande Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajande Bk. is 550262. The village covers a total geographical area of 1218 hectares and falls under the 423212 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ajande Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ajande Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Ajande Bk. village had a total population of 1,227 people, including 621 males and 606 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.34%, with male literacy at 87.69% and female literacy at 73.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 151.
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 | 1,227 | 621 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 101 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 70 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 842 | 456 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 165 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Ajande Bk.
Ajande Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhuigavhan | West | 1.74 km |
| Ajande Kh. | East | 1.83 km |
| Khayade | South | 2.74 km |
| Khalane | North | 3.40 km |
| Mathurpade | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Yesgaon Kh | West | 3.85 km |
| Sitane | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Savandgaon | North-West | 4.73 km |
| Malhanagaon | North | 4.95 km |
| Gilane | South | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ajande Bk.
Ajande Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.9 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 Malegaon to Ajande Bk. is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Ajande Bk. is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ajande Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajande Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ajande Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajande Bk. 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ajande Bk.
Where is Ajande Bk. located?
Ajande Bk. village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ajande Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Ajande Bk. is Ajande.
What is the pincode of Ajande Bk.?
The pincode of Ajande Bk. is 423212.
What is the population of Ajande Bk.?
Ajande Bk. had a total population of 1,227, including 621 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Ajande Bk.?
Ajande Bk. had 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ajande Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajande Bk. was 80.34%. Male literacy was 87.69% and female literacy was 73.11%.