Afra Bay - Great Nicobar, Nicobars
Afra Bay is a village situated in the Great Nicobar taluka of Nicobars district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Campbellbay and around 287 km from the district headquarters in Nicobar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Afra Bay is 645166. The village falls under the 744302 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 556 km away.
Afra Bay village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Afra Bay
As per Census 2011, Afra Bay village has a total population of 138 people, consisting of 72 males and 66 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 68 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Afra Bay are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 138 | 72 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 45 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 27 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Afra Bay
Afra Bay 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 Afra Bay
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Afra Bay is about 556 km, with a usual travel time of around ~15.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nicobar to Afra Bay is about 287 km, with the usual travel time around ~8.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Afra Bay
Where is Afra Bay located?
Afra Bay village is located in Great Nicobar Taluka, Nicobars district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the pincode of Afra Bay?
The pincode of Afra Bay is 744302.
What is the population of Afra Bay?
Afra Bay has a total population of 138, including 72 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Afra Bay?
There are 29 households in Afra Bay.
What is the literacy rate in Afra Bay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Afra Bay is 49.28%. Male literacy is 62.50% and female literacy is 34.85%.