Anjani - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Anjani is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Anjani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anjani is 214163. The village covers a total geographical area of 1404.33 hectares and falls under the 231223 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Anjani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anjani
As per Census 2011, Anjani village has a total population of 3,965 people, consisting of 2,061 males and 1,904 females. The village has 697 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 771 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,694 literate and 2,271 illiterate residents. Additionally, 559 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,360 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anjani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,965 | 2,061 | 1,904 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 771 | 369 | 402 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 559 | 286 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,360 | 714 | 646 |
| Literate Population | 1,694 | 1,084 | 610 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,271 | 977 | 1,294 |
Nearby Villages of Anjani
Anjani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Liladewa | South | 1.98 km |
| Piparahara | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Jalawa | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Dharati Dandd | East | 3.42 km |
| Pindari | West | 3.90 km |
| Jhapar | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Maharikala | North | 4.53 km |
| Patkhirana | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Majeth | South | 5.22 km |
| Hathiyar | East | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Anjani
Anjani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Krishnashilla, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 131.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Anjani is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anjani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anjani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Anjani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anjani 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Anjani
Where is Anjani located?
Anjani village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anjani?
Anjani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Anjani?
The pincode of Anjani is 231223.
What is the population of Anjani?
Anjani has a total population of 3,965, including 2,061 males and 1,904 females.
How many households are there in Anjani?
There are 697 households in Anjani.
What is the literacy rate in Anjani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anjani is 42.72%. Male literacy is 52.60% and female literacy is 32.04%.