Edanar
Edanar is a village located in Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Antagarh (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Adhanar is the gram panchayat of Edanar village.
Edanar has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Edanar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Edanar is 448089. The village spans a total geographical area of 452.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495674. Antagarh is nearest town to Edanar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Edanar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Edanar
Population of Edanar
Below is a concise population overview of Edanar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 765 | 398 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 84 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 506 | 264 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 192 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 206 | 263 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Edanar village:
- The total population of Edanar village is around 765, including approximately 398 males and 367 females, with a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 151 children aged 0–6 years in Edanar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Edanar village has 11 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 506 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Edanar village is about 38.69%, with male literacy at 48.24% and female literacy at 28.34%.
- There are around 158 households in Edanar village.
Connectivity of Edanar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Edanar. As per the 2011 stats, Edanar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Edanar
Knowing the nearby villages of Edanar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Edanar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Edanar
- Where is Edanar located?
- Edanar village is situated in Antagarh Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Edanar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Edanar is Adhanar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Edanar?
- The pincode of Edanar is 495674, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Edanar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Edanar is 765, with 398 males and 367 females.
- How many households are there in Edanar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Edanar village has a total of 158 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Edanar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Edanar is 38.69%. The male literacy rate is 48.24%, while the female literacy rate is 28.34%.