Antari - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Antari is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Parosda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Antari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Antari is 509895. The village covers a total geographical area of 496.35 hectares and falls under the 383460 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Antari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Antari
According to the 2011 Census, Antari village had a total population of 710 people, including 358 males and 352 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.16%, with male literacy at 83.52% and female literacy at 58.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 631.
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 | 710 | 358 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 631 | 319 | 312 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 228 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 130 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Antari
Antari 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 Antari
Public transport in the Antari is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khedbrahma to Antari is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Antari is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Antari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Antari 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 Antari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Antari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Antari
Where is Antari located?
Antari village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Antari?
The Gram Panchayat of Antari is Parosda.
What is the pincode of Antari?
The pincode of Antari is 383460.
What is the population of Antari?
Antari had a total population of 710, including 358 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Antari?
Antari had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Antari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Antari was 71.16%. Male literacy was 83.52% and female literacy was 58.58%.