Ajang - Malegaon, Nashik
Ajang is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Ajang village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajang is 550219. The village covers a total geographical area of 2769 hectares and falls under the 423206 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ajang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ajang
As per Census 2011, Ajang village has a total population of 6,824 people, consisting of 3,537 males and 3,287 females. The village has 1,375 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 952 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,545 literate and 2,279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 778 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,561 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ajang are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Ajang
Ajang 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadel | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Pimpalgaon | South | 4.12 km |
| Kashti | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Jalgaon (ga.) | South-West | 5.20 km |
| Dabli | East | 5.47 km |
| Satmane | West | 5.50 km |
| Tipe | North-East | 6.15 km |
| Sawatawadi | North-West | 6.33 km |
| Nilgavhan | South-East | 6.34 km |
| Mordar | North | 6.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ajang
Ajang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panevadi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malegaon to Ajang is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Ajang is about 118 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 Ajang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ajang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ajang
Where is Ajang located?
Ajang village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ajang?
Ajang is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ajang?
The pincode of Ajang is 423206.
What is the population of Ajang?
Ajang has a total population of 6,824, including 3,537 males and 3,287 females.
How many households are there in Ajang?
There are 1,375 households in Ajang.
What is the literacy rate in Ajang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajang is 66.60%. Male literacy is 72.26% and female literacy is 60.51%.