Anada - Jodiya, Jamnagar
Anada is a village situated in the Jodiya taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jodiya and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Anada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anada is 513715. The village covers a total geographical area of 684.52 hectares and falls under the 361210 pincode. Dhrol is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Anada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamnagr Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anada
As per Census 2011, Anada village has a total population of 970 people, consisting of 493 males and 477 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 609 literate and 361 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 970 | 493 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 78 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 352 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 141 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Anada
Anada 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 Anada
Anada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhrol to Anada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Anada is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anada 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Anada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anada 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Anada
Where is Anada located?
Anada village is located in Jodiya Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anada?
Anada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Anada?
The pincode of Anada is 361210.
What is the population of Anada?
Anada has a total population of 970, including 493 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Anada?
There are 212 households in Anada.
What is the literacy rate in Anada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anada is 62.78%. Male literacy is 71.40% and female literacy is 53.88%.