Ajani - Manora, Washim
Ajani is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Anjani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ajani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajani is 531014. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.8 hectares and falls under the 444401 pincode. Mangrulpir is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ajani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ajani
As per Census 2011, Ajani village has a total population of 785 people, consisting of 388 males and 397 females. The village has 156 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 558 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 131 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ajani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 785 | 388 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 59 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 71 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 294 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 94 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Ajani
Ajani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhandegaon | South-East | 0.95 km |
| Sayyadpur | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Renukapur | West | 2.29 km |
| Umbarda | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Dhamni Khadi | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Jamni | East | 2.77 km |
| Dhanora Bhuse | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Waghola | North | 4.19 km |
| M. Shahapur | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Kawathal | South | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ajani
Ajani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrulpir to Ajani is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Ajani is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ajani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ajani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ajani
Where is Ajani located?
Ajani village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ajani?
The Gram Panchayat of Ajani is Anjani.
What is the pincode of Ajani?
The pincode of Ajani is 444401.
What is the population of Ajani?
Ajani has a total population of 785, including 388 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Ajani?
There are 156 households in Ajani.
What is the literacy rate in Ajani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajani is 71.08%. Male literacy is 75.77% and female literacy is 66.50%.