Sanala - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Sanala is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Sanala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanala is 513317. The village covers a total geographical area of 828.84 hectares and falls under the 360410 pincode. Dhoraji is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanala
As per Census 2011, Sanala village has a total population of 1,001 people, consisting of 526 males and 475 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 733 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,001 | 526 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 57 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 733 | 417 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 109 | 159 |
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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhoraji to Sanala is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Sanala is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sanala
Where is Sanala located?
Sanala village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot 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 360410.
What is the population of Sanala?
Sanala has a total population of 1,001, including 526 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Sanala?
There are 218 households in Sanala.
What is the literacy rate in Sanala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanala is 73.23%. Male literacy is 79.28% and female literacy is 66.53%.