Anderwan - Kangan, Ganderbal
Anderwan is a village situated in the Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kangan and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Anderwan A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Anderwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anderwan is 002884. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.9 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Anderwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anderwan
According to the 2011 Census, Anderwan village had a total population of 3,096 people, including 1,561 males and 1,535 females, living in 467 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.66%, with male literacy at 45.22% and female literacy at 26.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,062.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,096 | 1,561 | 1,535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 715 | 389 | 326 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,062 | 535 | 527 |
| Literate Population | 849 | 530 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,247 | 1,031 | 1,216 |
Nearby Villages of Anderwan
Anderwan 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 Anderwan
Anderwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ganderbal to Anderwan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Anderwan is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anderwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anderwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Anderwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anderwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Anderwan
Where is Anderwan located?
Anderwan village is located in Kangan Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Anderwan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Anderwan is Anderwan A.
What is the pincode of Anderwan?
The pincode of Anderwan is 191202.
What is the population of Anderwan?
Anderwan had a total population of 3,096, including 1,561 males and 1,535 females.
How many households are there in Anderwan?
Anderwan had 467 households.
What is the literacy rate in Anderwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anderwan was 35.66%. Male literacy was 45.22% and female literacy was 26.39%.