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
According to the 2011 Census, Absang village had a total population of 2,584 people, including 1,320 males and 1,264 females, living in 464 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.77%, with male literacy at 91.73% and female literacy at 77.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,584, including 1,320 males and 1,264 females.
How many households are there in Absang?
Absang had 464 households.
What is the literacy rate in Absang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Absang was 84.77%. Male literacy was 91.73% and female literacy was 77.44%.