Angola
Angola is a village located in Palanpur taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 8km away from Palanpur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Angola village. As per 2009 stats, Angola village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Angola unique in its vibrant Palanpur-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Angola’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Angola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Angola is 508160. The village spans a total geographical area of 405.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385010. Palanpur is nearest town to Angola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Angola village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Palanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Angola
Population of Angola
According to the 2011 Census, Angola has a total population of about 1,204, with approximately 614 males and 590 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 240 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 31. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.45%, with male literacy at about 73.45% and female literacy near 57.12%. There are around 222 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Angola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,204 | 614 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 103 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 122 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 788 | 451 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 163 | 253 |
Connectivity of Angola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Angola. As per the 2011 stats, Angola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Angola
Knowing the nearby villages of Angola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Angola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Angola
- Where is Angola located?
- Angola village is situated in Palanpur Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Angola?
- Angola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Angola?
- The pincode of Angola is 385010, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Angola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Angola is 1,204, with 614 males and 590 females.
- How many households are there in Angola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Angola village has a total of 222 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Angola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Angola is 65.45%. The male literacy rate is 73.45%, while the female literacy rate is 57.12%.