Kansari - Una, Gir Somnath
Kansari is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from Una and around 191 km from Junagadh. Kansari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kansari is 515310. The village covers a total geographical area of 606.03 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kansari 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 Kansari
As per Census 2011, Kansari village has a total population of 2,235 people, consisting of 1,123 males and 1,112 females. The village has 405 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 279 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,444 literate and 791 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kansari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,235 | 1,123 | 1,112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 141 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 41 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,444 | 837 | 607 |
| Illiterate Population | 791 | 286 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Kansari
Kansari 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 Kansari
Kansari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kansari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Kansari is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Kansari is about 191 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kansari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kansari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kansari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kansari 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kansari
Where is Kansari located?
Kansari village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kansari?
Kansari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kansari?
The pincode of Kansari is 362560.
What is the population of Kansari?
Kansari has a total population of 2,235, including 1,123 males and 1,112 females.
How many households are there in Kansari?
There are 405 households in Kansari.
What is the literacy rate in Kansari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kansari is 64.61%. Male literacy is 74.53% and female literacy is 54.59%.