Antarla - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Antarla is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Antarla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Antarla is 445915. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.38 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Antarla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Antarla
According to the 2011 Census, Antarla village had a total population of 825 people, including 400 males and 425 females, living in 233 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.01%, with male literacy at 82.28% and female literacy at 58.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 139.
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 | 825 | 400 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 67 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 61 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 71 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 481 | 274 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 126 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Antarla
Antarla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gohirapali (goharapali) | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Kalenda | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Kasalba | North | 2.16 km |
| Pandapara | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Toshgaon | West | 2.67 km |
| Manki | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Badepandhi | North | 3.66 km |
| Toresingha | East | 3.91 km |
| Bardih | North-West | 4.04 km |
| Bhadarpali | West | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Antarla
Antarla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Saraipali to Antarla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Antarla is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Antarla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Antarla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Antarla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Antarla 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Antarla
Where is Antarla located?
Antarla village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Antarla?
Antarla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Antarla?
The pincode of Antarla is 493558.
What is the population of Antarla?
Antarla had a total population of 825, including 400 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Antarla?
Antarla had 233 households.
What is the literacy rate in Antarla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Antarla was 70.01%. Male literacy was 82.28% and female literacy was 58.47%.