Gaju

Gaju is a village located in Mat tehsil of Mathura district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Mat (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Mathura. As per 2009 stats, Gaju village is also a gram panchayat.

Gaju has its own place in the vibrant Mathura 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 Gaju

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaju is 124030. The village spans a total geographical area of 260.14 hectares. Raya is nearest town to Gaju village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gaju village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mant Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mathura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gaju

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,559 1,392 1,167
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 408 239 169
Scheduled Castes (SC) 72 43 29
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,577 1,025 552
Illiterate Population 982 367 615

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

  • The total population of Gaju village is around 2,559, including approximately 1,392 males and 1,167 females, with a sex ratio of 838 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 408 children aged 0–6 years in Gaju village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gaju village has 72 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gaju village is about 61.63%, with male literacy at 73.64% and female literacy at 47.30%.
  • There are around 423 households in Gaju village.

Connectivity of Gaju

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

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

Nearby Villages of Gaju

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gaju

Where is Gaju located?
Gaju village is situated in Mat Tehsil, within the Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaju?
Gaju serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gaju as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaju is 2,559, with 1,392 males and 1,167 females.
How many households are there in Gaju as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gaju village has a total of 423 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaju as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaju is 61.63%. The male literacy rate is 73.64%, while the female literacy rate is 47.30%.