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
According to the 2011 Census, Andola village had a total population of 2,367 people, including 1,173 males and 1,194 females, living in 604 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.75%, with male literacy at 80.69% and female literacy at 53.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 568.
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 | 2,367 | 1,173 | 1,194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 163 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 568 | 275 | 293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,367, including 1,173 males and 1,194 females.
How many households are there in Andola?
Andola had 604 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andola was 66.75%. Male literacy was 80.69% and female literacy was 53.06%.