Edanar - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Edanar is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Adhanar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Edanar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Edanar is 448089. The village covers a total geographical area of 452.57 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Edanar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Edanar
According to the 2011 Census, Edanar village had a total population of 765 people, including 398 males and 367 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.21%, with male literacy at 61.15% and female literacy at 34.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 506.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Edanar
Edanar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malmeta | East | 1.79 km |
| Dhaunsa Chhote | North | 1.88 km |
| Sarandi | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Dhaunsakalan | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Padbeda | West | 3.68 km |
| Gunjnar | West | 3.69 km |
| Aamagaon | North | 4.30 km |
| Kachwar | West | 4.65 km |
| Murnarkhurd | North-East | 4.75 km |
| Chipondi | North | 4.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Edanar
Edanar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Edanar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Edanar is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Edanar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Edanar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Edanar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Edanar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Edanar
Where is Edanar located?
Edanar village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edanar?
The Gram Panchayat of Edanar is Adhanar.
What is the pincode of Edanar?
The pincode of Edanar is 494665.
What is the population of Edanar?
Edanar had a total population of 765, including 398 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Edanar?
Edanar had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Edanar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Edanar was 48.21%. Male literacy was 61.15% and female literacy was 34.67%.