Anchvad

Anchvad is a village located in Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Jamkandorna (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Anchvad village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Anchvad unique in its vibrant Jamkandorna-Rajkot region. You’ll see Anchvad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Anchvad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Anchvad is 513310. The village spans a total geographical area of 764.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360410. Dhoraji is nearest town to Anchvad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

When it comes to local governance, Anchvad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Anchvad

According to the 2011 Census, Anchvad has a total population of about 852, with approximately 439 males and 413 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 117 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 140 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.91%, with male literacy at about 69.70% and female literacy near 55.69%. There are around 148 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Anchvad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 852 439 413
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 117 60 57
Scheduled Castes (SC) 140 70 70
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 536 306 230
Illiterate Population 316 133 183

Connectivity of Anchvad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Anchvad. As per the 2011 stats, Anchvad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Anchvad

Knowing the nearby villages of Anchvad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Anchvad.

Frequently Asked Questions about Anchvad

Where is Anchvad located?
Anchvad village is situated in Jamkandorna Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anchvad?
Anchvad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Anchvad?
The pincode of Anchvad is 360410, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Anchvad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Anchvad is 852, with 439 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Anchvad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Anchvad village has a total of 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Anchvad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Anchvad is 62.91%. The male literacy rate is 69.70%, while the female literacy rate is 55.69%.