Andarna - Morvi, Morbi
Andarna is a village situated in the Morvi taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Morvi and around 85 km from Rajkot. Andarna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andarna is 512674. The village covers a total geographical area of 1780.66 hectares and falls under the 363641 pincode. Maliya is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Andarna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andarna
According to the 2011 Census, Andarna village had a total population of 1,951 people, including 983 males and 968 females, living in 372 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.55%, with male literacy at 92.55% and female literacy at 70.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200.
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 | 1,951 | 983 | 968 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 124 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 106 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,401 | 795 | 606 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 188 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Andarna
Andarna 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 Andarna
Andarna 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 Andarna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Maliya to Andarna is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Andarna is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andarna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andarna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Andarna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andarna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Andarna
Where is Andarna located?
Andarna village is located in Morvi Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andarna?
Andarna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Andarna?
The pincode of Andarna is 363641.
What is the population of Andarna?
Andarna had a total population of 1,951, including 983 males and 968 females.
How many households are there in Andarna?
Andarna had 372 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andarna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andarna was 81.55%. Male literacy was 92.55% and female literacy was 70.55%.