Anand Para - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Anand Para is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 33 km from Sutrapada and around 190 km from Junagadh. Anand Para village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anand Para is 515054. The village covers a total geographical area of 355.04 hectares and falls under the 362150 pincode. Sutrapada is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Anand Para village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anand Para
As per Census 2011, Anand Para village has a total population of 1,170 people, consisting of 602 males and 568 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 602 literate and 568 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anand Para are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,170 | 602 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 79 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 102 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 602 | 384 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 568 | 218 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Anand Para
Anand Para 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 Anand Para
Anand Para is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Sutrapada to Anand Para is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Anand Para is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anand Para
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anand Para village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Anand Para
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anand Para village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Anand Para
Where is Anand Para located?
Anand Para village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anand Para?
Anand Para is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Anand Para?
The pincode of Anand Para is 362150.
What is the population of Anand Para?
Anand Para has a total population of 1,170, including 602 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Anand Para?
There are 206 households in Anand Para.
What is the literacy rate in Anand Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anand Para is 51.45%. Male literacy is 63.79% and female literacy is 38.38%.