Sangal - Meghraj, Arvalli
Sangal is a village situated in the Meghraj taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from Meghraj and around 56 km from Himatnagar. Sangal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangal is 510367. The village covers a total geographical area of 842.35 hectares and falls under the 383350 pincode. Meghraj is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Sangal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiloda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sangal
As per Census 2011, Sangal village has a total population of 3,188 people, consisting of 1,657 males and 1,531 females. The village has 635 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 409 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,948 literate and 1,240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sangal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,188 | 1,657 | 1,531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 217 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 92 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,948 | 1,183 | 765 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,240 | 474 | 766 |
Nearby Villages of Sangal
Sangal 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 Sangal
Public transport in the Sangal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meghraj to Sangal is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Sangal is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sangal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sangal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sangal
Where is Sangal located?
Sangal village is located in Meghraj Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sangal?
Sangal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sangal?
The pincode of Sangal is 383350.
What is the population of Sangal?
Sangal has a total population of 3,188, including 1,657 males and 1,531 females.
How many households are there in Sangal?
There are 635 households in Sangal.
What is the literacy rate in Sangal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangal is 61.10%. Male literacy is 71.39% and female literacy is 49.97%.