Andhri - Benipatti, Madhubani
Andhri is a village situated in the Benipatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipatti and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Ganguli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andhri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andhri is 220306. The village covers a total geographical area of 209.9 hectares and falls under the 847223 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Andhri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benipatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andhri
As per Census 2011, Andhri village has a total population of 5,256 people, consisting of 2,767 males and 2,489 females. The village has 1,083 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 963 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,298 literate and 2,958 illiterate residents. Additionally, 566 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andhri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,256 | 2,767 | 2,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 963 | 478 | 485 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 566 | 285 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,298 | 1,457 | 841 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,958 | 1,310 | 1,648 |
Nearby Villages of Andhri
Andhri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arazi Parsauni | South | 1.32 km |
| Ahpur | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Ganguli | West | 1.87 km |
| Tisi Narsam | South | 2.05 km |
| Raghopur | East | 2.20 km |
| Kataia | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Balia | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Bankata | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Parsauni | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Gendaul | South | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andhri
Andhri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Muraitha, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhubani to Andhri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Andhri is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andhri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andhri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Andhri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andhri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Andhri
Where is Andhri located?
Andhri village is located in Benipatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andhri?
The Gram Panchayat of Andhri is Ganguli.
What is the pincode of Andhri?
The pincode of Andhri is 847223.
What is the population of Andhri?
Andhri has a total population of 5,256, including 2,767 males and 2,489 females.
How many households are there in Andhri?
There are 1,083 households in Andhri.
What is the literacy rate in Andhri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andhri is 43.72%. Male literacy is 52.66% and female literacy is 33.79%.