17 A-B - Anupgarh, Ganganagar
17 A-B is a village situated in the Anupgarh tehsil of Ganganagar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anupgarh and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Ganganagar. 22 A serves as the Gram Panchayat for 17 A-B village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 17 A-B is 065736. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 335701 pincode. Anupgarh is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
17 A-B village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anupgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of 17 A-B
As per Census 2011, 17 A-B village has a total population of 504 people, consisting of 275 males and 229 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 832 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 213 literate and 291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 337 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for 17 A-B are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 504 | 275 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 337 | 186 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 135 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 140 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of 17 A-B
17 A-B is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| 20 A-a | West | 0.91 km |
| 17 A-a | East | 1.17 km |
| 20 A-b | West | 1.73 km |
| 5 K | South | 1.99 km |
| 18 A-b | North | 2.09 km |
| 15 A-a | South-East | 2.29 km |
| 18 A-a | North-East | 2.30 km |
| 5 K-a | South-West | 2.36 km |
| 19 A-a | North | 2.46 km |
| 16 A | North-East | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of 17 A-B
Public transport in the 17 A-B is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anupgarh, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anupgarh to 17 A-B is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ganganagar to 17 A-B 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 17 A-B
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 17 A-B village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in 17 A-B
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving 17 A-B village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about 17 A-B
Where is 17 A-B located?
17 A-B village is located in Anupgarh Tehsil, Ganganagar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of 17 A-B?
The Gram Panchayat of 17 A-B is 22 A.
What is the pincode of 17 A-B?
The pincode of 17 A-B is 335701.
What is the population of 17 A-B?
17 A-B has a total population of 504, including 275 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in 17 A-B?
There are 97 households in 17 A-B.
What is the literacy rate in 17 A-B?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 17 A-B is 42.26%. Male literacy is 49.09% and female literacy is 34.06%.