Anjar - Lohandiguda, Bastar
Anjar is a village situated in the Lohandiguda tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohandiguda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jagdalpur. Aanjar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anjar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anjar is 449202. The village covers a total geographical area of 1715.31 hectares and falls under the 494010 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Anjar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Anjar
As per Census 2011, Anjar village has a total population of 1,960 people, consisting of 950 males and 1,010 females. The village has 536 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 365 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 279 literate and 1,681 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,639 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anjar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,960 | 950 | 1,010 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 189 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,639 | 795 | 844 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 174 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,681 | 776 | 905 |
Nearby Villages of Anjar
Anjar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Badegumiapal | South | 1.89 km |
| Limaupadar | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Adwal | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Airwar | West | 3.52 km |
| Airmur | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Toyar | South | 3.77 km |
| Silkajhodi | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Chhote Gumia Pal | North | 4.55 km |
| Kasturpal | North | 4.63 km |
| Alnar | East | 5.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Anjar
Anjar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Silak Jhori, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdalpur to Anjar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anjar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anjar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Anjar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anjar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Anjar
Where is Anjar located?
Anjar village is located in Lohandiguda Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anjar?
The Gram Panchayat of Anjar is Aanjar.
What is the pincode of Anjar?
The pincode of Anjar is 494010.
What is the population of Anjar?
Anjar has a total population of 1,960, including 950 males and 1,010 females.
How many households are there in Anjar?
There are 536 households in Anjar.
What is the literacy rate in Anjar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anjar is 14.23%. Male literacy is 18.32% and female literacy is 10.40%.