Baj
About Baj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Baj village is 568831. Baj village is located in Jat tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Jat (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Baz is the gram panchayat of Baj village.
The total geographical area of village is 2655 hectares. Baj has a total population of 4,699 peoples, out of which male population is 2,404 while female population is 2,295. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 954 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of baj village is 53.31% out of which 59.36% males and 46.97% females are literate. There are about 980 houses in baj village. Pincode of baj village locality is 416402.
When it comes to administration, Baj 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, Baj village comes under Jat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sangli Lok Sabha constituency. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is nearest town to baj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
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Population of Baj
The population details of Baj 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 | 4,699 | 2,404 | 2,295 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 646 | 330 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 202 | 104 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,505 | 1,427 | 1,078 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,194 | 977 | 1,217 |
Connectivity of Baj
| 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 Baj
Where is Baj located?
Baj village is situated in Jat Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baj?
The Gram Panchayat of Baj is Baz (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Baj?
The pincode of Baj is 416402, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Baj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baj is 4,699, with 2,404 males and 2,295 females.
How many households are there in Baj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baj village has a total of 980 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baj is 53.31%. The male literacy rate is 59.36%, while the female literacy rate is 46.97%.