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
As per Census 2011, Sanjanasar village has a total population of 1,763 people, consisting of 875 males and 888 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 983 literate and 780 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanjanasar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,763 | 875 | 888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 156 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,763, including 875 males and 888 females.
How many households are there in Sanjanasar?
There are 297 households in Sanjanasar.
What is the literacy rate in Sanjanasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanjanasar is 55.76%. Male literacy is 66.63% and female literacy is 45.05%.