Anganwada - Kankrej, Banas Kantha
Anganwada is a village situated in the Kankrej taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shihori and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Anganwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anganwada is 508583. The village covers a total geographical area of 694.8 hectares and falls under the 385555 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Anganwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Anganwada
As per Census 2011, Anganwada village has a total population of 2,237 people, consisting of 1,132 males and 1,105 females. The village has 423 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 317 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,125 literate and 1,112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anganwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,237 | 1,132 | 1,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 168 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 80 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,125 | 678 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,112 | 454 | 658 |
Nearby Villages of Anganwada
Anganwada 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 Anganwada
Anganwada 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 Tharad to Anganwada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Anganwada is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anganwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anganwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Anganwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anganwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Anganwada
Where is Anganwada located?
Anganwada village is located in Kankrej Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anganwada?
Anganwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Anganwada?
The pincode of Anganwada is 385555.
What is the population of Anganwada?
Anganwada has a total population of 2,237, including 1,132 males and 1,105 females.
How many households are there in Anganwada?
There are 423 households in Anganwada.
What is the literacy rate in Anganwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anganwada is 50.29%. Male literacy is 59.89% and female literacy is 40.45%.