Anapur Chhota - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Anapur Chhota is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Anapur Chhota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anapur Chhota is 507644. The village covers a total geographical area of 1500.08 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Anapur Chhota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anapur Chhota
According to the 2011 Census, Anapur Chhota village had a total population of 2,638 people, including 1,353 males and 1,285 females, living in 454 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.60%, with male literacy at 66.93% and female literacy at 37.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 358, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 206.
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 | 2,638 | 1,353 | 1,285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 467 | 228 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 358 | 186 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 98 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 1,142 | 753 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,496 | 600 | 896 |
Nearby Villages of Anapur Chhota
Anapur Chhota 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 Anapur Chhota
Anapur Chhota 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Anapur Chhota is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Anapur Chhota is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anapur Chhota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anapur Chhota 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 Anapur Chhota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anapur Chhota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Anapur Chhota
Where is Anapur Chhota located?
Anapur Chhota village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Anapur Chhota?
Anapur Chhota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Anapur Chhota?
The pincode of Anapur Chhota is 385545.
What is the population of Anapur Chhota?
Anapur Chhota had a total population of 2,638, including 1,353 males and 1,285 females.
How many households are there in Anapur Chhota?
Anapur Chhota had 454 households.
What is the literacy rate in Anapur Chhota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anapur Chhota was 52.60%. Male literacy was 66.93% and female literacy was 37.19%.