Pajen

Pajen is a village located in Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 54km away from sub-district headquarter Jayapatna (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Pandigaon is the gram panchayat of Pajen village.

Pajen has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pajen

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pajen is 424129. The village spans a total geographical area of 152 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766013. Junagarh is nearest town to Pajen village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.

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Population of Pajen

Below is a concise population overview of Pajen as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 542 268 274
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 82 43 39
Scheduled Castes (SC) 38 15 23
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 129 65 64
Literate Population 232 149 83
Illiterate Population 310 119 191

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pajen village:

  • The total population of Pajen village is around 542, including approximately 268 males and 274 females, with a sex ratio of 1022 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Pajen village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pajen village has 38 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 129 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pajen village is about 42.80%, with male literacy at 55.60% and female literacy at 30.29%.
  • There are around 152 households in Pajen village.

Connectivity of Pajen

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pajen. As per the 2011 stats, Pajen had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pajen

Knowing the nearby villages of Pajen helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pajen.

Sankutru Khangarguda Biripur Gumabahal Parkiguda Goudkenduguda Potes Bardoli Pandigaon Patrabasa Badakutru

Frequently Asked Questions about Pajen

Where is Pajen located?
Pajen village is situated in Jayapatna Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pajen?
The Gram Panchayat of Pajen is Pandigaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pajen?
The pincode of Pajen is 766013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pajen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pajen is 542, with 268 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Pajen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pajen village has a total of 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pajen as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pajen is 42.80%. The male literacy rate is 55.60%, while the female literacy rate is 30.29%.