Andola - Sarangarh, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Andola is a village situated in the Sarangarh tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from Sarangarh and around 93 km from Raigarh. Andola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andola is 435296. The village covers a total geographical area of 513.31 hectares and falls under the 496445 pincode. Sarangarh is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Andola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andola
As per Census 2011, Andola village has a total population of 2,367 people, consisting of 1,173 males and 1,194 females. The village has 604 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,361 literate and 1,006 illiterate residents. Additionally, 568 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,367 | 1,173 | 1,194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 163 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 568 | 275 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 1,361 | 815 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,006 | 358 | 648 |
Nearby Villages of Andola
Andola 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 Andola
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Andola.
| 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 Sarangarh to Andola is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Andola is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andola 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Andola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andola 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 Andola
Where is Andola located?
Andola village is located in Sarangarh Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andola?
Andola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Andola?
The pincode of Andola is 496445.
What is the population of Andola?
Andola has a total population of 2,367, including 1,173 males and 1,194 females.
How many households are there in Andola?
There are 604 households in Andola.
What is the literacy rate in Andola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andola is 57.50%. Male literacy is 69.48% and female literacy is 45.73%.