Abhapura - Danta, Banas Kantha
Abhapura is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Abhapura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abhapura is 507941. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.63 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Abhapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Abhapura
As per Census 2011, Abhapura village has a total population of 728 people, consisting of 390 males and 338 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 486 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Abhapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 728 | 390 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 52 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 301 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 89 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Abhapura
Abhapura 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 Abhapura
Public transport in the Abhapura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Abhapura is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Abhapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abhapura 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Abhapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abhapura 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Abhapura
Where is Abhapura located?
Abhapura village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Abhapura?
Abhapura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Abhapura?
The pincode of Abhapura is 385120.
What is the population of Abhapura?
Abhapura has a total population of 728, including 390 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Abhapura?
There are 149 households in Abhapura.
What is the literacy rate in Abhapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abhapura is 66.76%. Male literacy is 77.18% and female literacy is 54.73%.