Androkha - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Androkha is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Androkha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Androkha is 509912. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.7 hectares and falls under the 383460 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Androkha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Androkha
As per Census 2011, Androkha village has a total population of 900 people, consisting of 438 males and 462 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 462 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 575 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Androkha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 900 | 438 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 66 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 575 | 282 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 278 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 160 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Androkha
Androkha 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 Androkha
Public transport in the Androkha is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaynagar to Androkha is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Androkha is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Androkha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Androkha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Androkha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Androkha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Androkha
Where is Androkha located?
Androkha village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Androkha?
Androkha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Androkha?
The pincode of Androkha is 383460.
What is the population of Androkha?
Androkha has a total population of 900, including 438 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Androkha?
There are 179 households in Androkha.
What is the literacy rate in Androkha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Androkha is 51.33%. Male literacy is 63.47% and female literacy is 39.83%.