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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Anderwan village has a total population of 3,096 people, consisting of 1,561 males and 1,535 females. The village has 467 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 715 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 849 literate and 2,247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,062 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anderwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,096 | 1,561 | 1,535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 715 | 389 | 326 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Anderwan?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 3,096, including 1,561 males and 1,535 females.
How many households are there in Anderwan?
There are 467 households in Anderwan.
What is the literacy rate in Anderwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anderwan is 27.42%. Male literacy is 33.95% and female literacy is 20.78%.