Antela - Devgadbaria, Dahod
Antela is a village situated in the Devgadbaria taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Devgadbaria and around 50 km from Dohad. Antela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Antela is 519531. The village covers a total geographical area of 1468.14 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Antela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devgadbaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Antela
As per Census 2011, Antela village has a total population of 7,863 people, consisting of 3,850 males and 4,013 females. The village has 1,218 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,245 literate and 3,618 illiterate residents. Additionally, 218 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 355 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Antela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,863 | 3,850 | 4,013 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,251 | 631 | 620 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 104 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 355 | 161 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 4,245 | 2,607 | 1,638 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,618 | 1,243 | 2,375 |
Nearby Villages of Antela
Antela 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 Antela
Antela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Antela has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devgadbaria to Antela is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Antela is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Antela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Antela 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Antela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Antela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Antela
Where is Antela located?
Antela village is located in Devgadbaria Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Antela?
Antela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Antela?
The pincode of Antela is 389380.
What is the population of Antela?
Antela has a total population of 7,863, including 3,850 males and 4,013 females.
How many households are there in Antela?
There are 1,218 households in Antela.
What is the literacy rate in Antela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Antela is 53.99%. Male literacy is 67.71% and female literacy is 40.82%.