Ajang
Ajang is a village located in Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Malegaon (tehsildar office) and 118km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Ajang village is also a gram panchayat.
Ajang has its own place in the vibrant Nashik region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ajang
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ajang is 550219. The village spans a total geographical area of 2769 hectares. Malegaon is nearest town to Ajang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ajang 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 Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhule Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ajang
Population of Ajang
Below is a concise population overview of Ajang as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,824 | 3,537 | 3,287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 952 | 516 | 436 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 778 | 389 | 389 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,561 | 1,333 | 1,228 |
| Literate Population | 4,545 | 2,556 | 1,989 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,279 | 981 | 1,298 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ajang village:
- The total population of Ajang village is around 6,824, including approximately 3,537 males and 3,287 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 952 children aged 0–6 years in Ajang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ajang village has 778 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,561 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ajang village is about 66.60%, with male literacy at 72.26% and female literacy at 60.51%.
- There are around 1,375 households in Ajang village.
Connectivity of Ajang
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ajang. As per the 2011 stats, Ajang 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 Ajang
Knowing the nearby villages of Ajang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ajang.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ajang
- Where is Ajang located?
- Ajang village is situated in Malegaon Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ajang?
- Ajang serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ajang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ajang is 6,824, with 3,537 males and 3,287 females.
- How many households are there in Ajang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ajang village has a total of 1,375 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ajang as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ajang is 66.60%. The male literacy rate is 72.26%, while the female literacy rate is 60.51%.