Sanjanasar - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Sanjanasar is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Sanjanasar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanjanasar is 516549. The village covers a total geographical area of 827.19 hectares and falls under the 364270 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sanjanasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanjanasar
According to the 2011 Census, Sanjanasar village had a total population of 1,763 people, including 875 males and 888 females, living in 297 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.37%, with male literacy at 81.08% and female literacy at 54.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 1,763 | 875 | 888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 156 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 983 | 583 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 780 | 292 | 488 |
Nearby Villages of Sanjanasar
Sanjanasar 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 Sanjanasar
Public transport in the Sanjanasar 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 Palitana to Sanjanasar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Sanjanasar is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanjanasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanjanasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sanjanasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanjanasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sanjanasar
Where is Sanjanasar located?
Sanjanasar village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanjanasar?
Sanjanasar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sanjanasar?
The pincode of Sanjanasar is 364270.
What is the population of Sanjanasar?
Sanjanasar had a total population of 1,763, including 875 males and 888 females.
How many households are there in Sanjanasar?
Sanjanasar had 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanjanasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanjanasar was 67.37%. Male literacy was 81.08% and female literacy was 54.05%.