Ajgaon
Ajgaon is a village located in Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Sawantwadi (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Ajgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ajgaon unique in its vibrant Sawantwadi-Sindhudurg region. You’ll see Ajgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ajgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ajgaon is 566879. The village spans a total geographical area of 546.35 hectares. Sawantwadi is nearest town to Ajgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Ajgaon
Population of Ajgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Ajgaon has a total population of about 2,637, with approximately 1,362 males and 1,275 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 165 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 173 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.97%, with male literacy at about 86.49% and female literacy near 79.22%. There are around 686 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ajgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,637 | 1,362 | 1,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 98 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 86 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,188 | 1,178 | 1,010 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 184 | 265 |
Connectivity of Ajgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ajgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Ajgaon 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ajgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Ajgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ajgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ajgaon
- Where is Ajgaon located?
- Ajgaon village is situated in Sawantwadi Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ajgaon?
- Ajgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ajgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ajgaon is 2,637, with 1,362 males and 1,275 females.
- How many households are there in Ajgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ajgaon village has a total of 686 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ajgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ajgaon is 82.97%. The male literacy rate is 86.49%, while the female literacy rate is 79.22%.