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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Ajani village had a total population of 364 people, including 188 males and 176 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.95%, with male literacy at 96.41% and female literacy at 93.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 Village Panchayat of Ajani?
The Village Panchayat of Ajani is Vhahali.
What is the pincode of Ajani?
The pincode of Ajani is 445102.
What is the population of Ajani?
Ajani had a total population of 364, including 188 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Ajani?
Ajani had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ajani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajani was 94.95%. Male literacy was 96.41% and female literacy was 93.33%.