Anjur - Bhiwandi, Thane
Anjur is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Anjur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anjur is 552672. The village covers a total geographical area of 403 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Anjur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anjur
As per Census 2011, Anjur village has a total population of 3,807 people, consisting of 1,998 males and 1,809 females. The village has 818 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 524 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,542 literate and 1,265 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 930 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anjur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,807 | 1,998 | 1,809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 524 | 273 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 59 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 930 | 466 | 464 |
| Literate Population | 2,542 | 1,454 | 1,088 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,265 | 544 | 721 |
Nearby Villages of Anjur
Anjur 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 Anjur
Anjur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Anjur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Anjur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Anjur is about 12 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 Anjur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anjur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Anjur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anjur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Anjur
Where is Anjur located?
Anjur village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anjur?
Anjur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Anjur?
The pincode of Anjur is 421302.
What is the population of Anjur?
Anjur has a total population of 3,807, including 1,998 males and 1,809 females.
How many households are there in Anjur?
There are 818 households in Anjur.
What is the literacy rate in Anjur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anjur is 66.77%. Male literacy is 72.77% and female literacy is 60.14%.