Anderwan
Anderwan is a village located in Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kangan (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Gaderbal. As per 2009 stats, Anderwan B is the gram panchayat of Anderwan village.
Here you can discover what makes Anderwan unique in its vibrant Kangan-Ganderbal region. You’ll see Anderwan’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 Anderwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Anderwan is 002884. The village spans a total geographical area of 231.9 hectares. Ganderbal is nearest town to Anderwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Anderwan
Population of Anderwan
According to the 2011 Census, Anderwan has a total population of about 3,096, with approximately 1,561 males and 1,535 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 715 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,062. The overall literacy rate is approximately 27.42%, with male literacy at about 33.95% and female literacy near 20.78%. There are around 467 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Anderwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,096 | 1,561 | 1,535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 715 | 389 | 326 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,062 | 535 | 527 |
| Literate Population | 849 | 530 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,247 | 1,031 | 1,216 |
Connectivity of Anderwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Anderwan. As per the 2011 stats, Anderwan 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 Anderwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Anderwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Anderwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Anderwan
- Where is Anderwan located?
- Anderwan village is situated in Kangan Tehsil, within the Ganderbal district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Anderwan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Anderwan is Anderwan B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Anderwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Anderwan is 3,096, with 1,561 males and 1,535 females.
- How many households are there in Anderwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Anderwan village has a total of 467 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Anderwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Anderwan is 27.42%. The male literacy rate is 33.95%, while the female literacy rate is 20.78%.