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.

Gajjar has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur 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 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.

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Population of Gajjar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Gajjar village is around 1,059, including approximately 550 males and 509 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 131 children aged 0–6 years in Gajjar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gajjar village has 97 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gajjar village is about 60.43%, with male literacy at 66.73% and female literacy at 53.63%.
  • There are around 212 households in Gajjar village.

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.

Bathal Helar Badowal Lasara Mehdud Bharatpur Rajputan Abhowal Kukran Hyatpur Bariana Bharowal

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%.