Andama - Bahadurpur, Darbhanga
Andama is a village situated in the Bahadurpur subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahadurpur and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Biuni Andama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andama is 227442. The village covers a total geographical area of 329 hectares and falls under the 847429 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Andama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Andama
According to the 2011 Census, Andama village had a total population of 2,465 people, including 1,324 males and 1,141 females, living in 458 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.83%, with male literacy at 85.56% and female literacy at 67.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 144.
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 | 2,465 | 1,324 | 1,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 202 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,631 | 960 | 671 |
| Illiterate Population | 834 | 364 | 470 |
Nearby Villages of Andama
Andama 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 Andama
Andama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Andama.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Andama is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Andama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Andama
Where is Andama located?
Andama village is located in Bahadurpur Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andama?
The Gram Panchayat of Andama is Biuni Andama.
What is the pincode of Andama?
The pincode of Andama is 847429.
What is the population of Andama?
Andama had a total population of 2,465, including 1,324 males and 1,141 females.
How many households are there in Andama?
Andama had 458 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andama was 76.83%. Male literacy was 85.56% and female literacy was 67.03%.