Sanala - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Sanala is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Sanala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanala is 513813. The village covers a total geographical area of 824.47 hectares and falls under the 361160 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sanala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanala
As per Census 2011, Sanala village has a total population of 897 people, consisting of 430 males and 467 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 580 literate and 317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 897 | 430 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 46 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 77 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 304 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 126 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Sanala
Sanala 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 Sanala
Sanala 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 Kalavad to Sanala is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Sanala is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sanala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanala 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sanala
Where is Sanala located?
Sanala village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanala?
Sanala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sanala?
The pincode of Sanala is 361160.
What is the population of Sanala?
Sanala has a total population of 897, including 430 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Sanala?
There are 211 households in Sanala.
What is the literacy rate in Sanala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanala is 64.66%. Male literacy is 70.70% and female literacy is 59.10%.