Gajankol

Gajankol is a village located in Shyampur I subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.3km away from sub-district headquarter Shyampur (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Nabagram is the gram panchayat of Gajankol village.

Gajankol has its own place in the vibrant Haora 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 Gajankol

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gajankol is 333151. The village spans a total geographical area of 399.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711315. Uluberia is nearest town to Gajankol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gajankol 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 Uluberia Dakshin Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Uluberia 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 Gajankol

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,406 2,291 2,115
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 431 227 204
Scheduled Castes (SC) 120 56 64
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,477 1,909 1,568
Illiterate Population 929 382 547

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

  • The total population of Gajankol village is around 4,406, including approximately 2,291 males and 2,115 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 431 children aged 0–6 years in Gajankol village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gajankol village has 120 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gajankol village is about 78.92%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 74.14%.
  • There are around 1,017 households in Gajankol village.

Connectivity of Gajankol

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gajankol. As per the 2011 stats, Gajankol 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 Gajankol

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gajankol

Where is Gajankol located?
Gajankol village is situated in Shyampur I Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gajankol?
The Gram Panchayat of Gajankol is Nabagram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gajankol?
The pincode of Gajankol is 711315, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gajankol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajankol is 4,406, with 2,291 males and 2,115 females.
How many households are there in Gajankol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gajankol village has a total of 1,017 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gajankol as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajankol is 78.92%. The male literacy rate is 83.33%, while the female literacy rate is 74.14%.