Gajjar
Gajjar is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Gajjar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gajjar unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Gajjar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gajjar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gajjar is 031950. The village spans a total geographical area of 806 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144530. Garhshankar is nearest town to Gajjar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gajjar
Population of Gajjar
According to the 2011 Census, Gajjar has a total population of about 1,059, with approximately 550 males and 509 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 131 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 97 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.43%, with male literacy at about 66.73% and female literacy near 53.63%. There are around 212 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gajjar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,059 | 550 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 640 | 367 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 183 | 236 |
Connectivity of Gajjar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gajjar. As per the 2011 stats, Gajjar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gajjar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gajjar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gajjar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gajjar
- Where is Gajjar located?
- Gajjar village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gajjar?
- Gajjar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gajjar?
- The pincode of Gajjar is 144530, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gajjar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajjar is 1,059, with 550 males and 509 females.
- How many households are there in Gajjar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gajjar village has a total of 212 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gajjar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajjar is 60.43%. The male literacy rate is 66.73%, while the female literacy rate is 53.63%.