Antrol - Tharad, Vav-Tharad
Antrol is a village situated in the Tharad taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Tharad and around 130 km from Palanpur. Antrol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Antrol is 507493. The village covers a total geographical area of 1358.66 hectares and falls under the 385566 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Antrol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Antrol
As per Census 2011, Antrol village has a total population of 2,234 people, consisting of 1,165 males and 1,069 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 379 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,175 literate and 1,059 illiterate residents. Additionally, 239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Antrol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,234 | 1,165 | 1,069 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 199 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 123 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 1,175 | 785 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,059 | 380 | 679 |
Nearby Villages of Antrol
Antrol 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 Antrol
Antrol 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 Tharad to Antrol is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Antrol is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Antrol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Antrol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Antrol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Antrol 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Antrol
Where is Antrol located?
Antrol village is located in Tharad Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Antrol?
Antrol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Antrol?
The pincode of Antrol is 385566.
What is the population of Antrol?
Antrol has a total population of 2,234, including 1,165 males and 1,069 females.
How many households are there in Antrol?
There are 349 households in Antrol.
What is the literacy rate in Antrol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Antrol is 52.60%. Male literacy is 67.38% and female literacy is 36.48%.