Antabongu - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Antabongu is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 250 km from Visakhapatnam. Barada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Antabongu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Antabongu is 583361. The village covers a total geographical area of 6 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Antabongu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Antabongu
According to the 2011 Census, Antabongu village had a total population of 104 people, including 54 males and 50 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.72%, with male literacy at 42.55% and female literacy at 4.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 103.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 20 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 34 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Antabongu
Antabongu 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 Antabongu
Public transport in the Antabongu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypore(orissa) to Antabongu is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Antabongu is about 250 km, with the usual travel time around ~7.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Antabongu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Antabongu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Antabongu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Antabongu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Antabongu
Where is Antabongu located?
Antabongu village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Antabongu?
The Gram Panchayat of Antabongu is Barada.
What is the pincode of Antabongu?
The pincode of Antabongu is 531040.
What is the population of Antabongu?
Antabongu had a total population of 104, including 54 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Antabongu?
Antabongu had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Antabongu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Antabongu was 24.72%. Male literacy was 42.55% and female literacy was 4.76%.