Ajani - Ner, Yavatmal
Ajani is a village situated in the Ner tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ner and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Vhahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ajani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajani is 541967. The village covers a total geographical area of 435.9 hectares and falls under the 445102 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Digras 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 364 people, consisting of 188 males and 176 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 301 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ajani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 364 | 188 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 161 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 27 | 36 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vyahali | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Domga | South | 2.20 km |
| Sirajgaon | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Chikani | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Kholapuri | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Mahajanpur | West | 3.67 km |
| Sawargaon | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Pandhari | North-West | 4.04 km |
| Wai (paras) | South | 4.53 km |
| Lohatwadi | South-East | 4.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ajani
Ajani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanja to Ajani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Ajani is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ajani
Where is Ajani located?
Ajani village is located in Ner Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ajani?
The Gram Panchayat of Ajani is Vhahali.
What is the pincode of Ajani?
The pincode of Ajani is 445102.
What is the population of Ajani?
Ajani has a total population of 364, including 188 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Ajani?
There are 81 households in Ajani.
What is the literacy rate in Ajani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajani is 82.69%. Male literacy is 85.64% and female literacy is 79.55%.