Absang - Savar Kundla, Amreli
Absang is a village situated in the Savar Kundla taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savar Kundla and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Absang village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Absang is 515828. The village covers a total geographical area of 2092.44 hectares and falls under the 364522 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Absang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savarkundla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Absang
As per Census 2011, Absang village has a total population of 2,584 people, consisting of 1,320 males and 1,264 females. The village has 464 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,959 literate and 625 illiterate residents. Additionally, 209 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Absang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,584 | 1,320 | 1,264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 135 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 101 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 1,959 | 1,087 | 872 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 233 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Absang
Absang is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Absang
Absang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Savar Kundla to Absang is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Absang is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Absang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Absang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Absang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Absang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Absang
Where is Absang located?
Absang village is located in Savar Kundla Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Absang?
Absang is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Absang?
The pincode of Absang is 364522.
What is the population of Absang?
Absang has a total population of 2,584, including 1,320 males and 1,264 females.
How many households are there in Absang?
There are 464 households in Absang.
What is the literacy rate in Absang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Absang is 75.81%. Male literacy is 82.35% and female literacy is 68.99%.