Gajipur - Darwha, Yavatmal
Gajipur is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Wadgaon (gadwe) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gajipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajipur is 542648. The village covers a total geographical area of 304.96 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gajipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yavatmal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gajipur
As per Census 2011, Gajipur village has a total population of 599 people, consisting of 319 males and 280 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 460 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gajipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 599 | 319 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 31 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 39 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 255 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 64 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Gajipur
Gajipur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gajipur
Public transport in the Gajipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Darwha to Gajipur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Gajipur is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gajipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gajipur
Where is Gajipur located?
Gajipur village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gajipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gajipur is Wadgaon (gadwe).
What is the pincode of Gajipur?
The pincode of Gajipur is 445202.
What is the population of Gajipur?
Gajipur has a total population of 599, including 319 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Gajipur?
There are 165 households in Gajipur.
What is the literacy rate in Gajipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajipur is 76.79%. Male literacy is 79.94% and female literacy is 73.21%.