Anjar - Una, Gir Somnath
Anjar is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from Una and around 190 km from Junagadh. Anjar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anjar is 515350. The village covers a total geographical area of 345.92 hectares and falls under the 362510 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Anjar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anjar
According to the 2011 Census, Anjar village had a total population of 3,277 people, including 1,623 males and 1,654 females, living in 609 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.98%, with male literacy at 87.34% and female literacy at 64.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 182.
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 | 3,277 | 1,623 | 1,654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 178 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 87 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,202 | 1,262 | 940 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,075 | 361 | 714 |
Nearby Villages of Anjar
Anjar 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 Anjar
Public transport in the Anjar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Anjar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Anjar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Anjar 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 Anjar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anjar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Anjar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anjar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Anjar
Where is Anjar located?
Anjar village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anjar?
Anjar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Anjar?
The pincode of Anjar is 362510.
What is the population of Anjar?
Anjar had a total population of 3,277, including 1,623 males and 1,654 females.
How many households are there in Anjar?
Anjar had 609 households.
What is the literacy rate in Anjar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anjar was 75.98%. Male literacy was 87.34% and female literacy was 64.69%.