Andrana - Alampur, Kangra
Andrana is a village situated in the Alampur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 83 km from Dharmsala. Sakoh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andrana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andrana is 011320. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.17 hectares and falls under the 176097 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Andrana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andrana
According to the 2011 Census, Andrana village had a total population of 379 people, including 177 males and 202 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,141 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.22%, with male literacy at 90.57% and female literacy at 80.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114.
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 | 379 | 177 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 144 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 33 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Andrana
Andrana 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 Andrana
Andrana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmsala to Andrana is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andrana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andrana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Andrana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andrana 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Andrana
Where is Andrana located?
Andrana village is located in Alampur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Andrana?
The Gram Panchayat of Andrana is Sakoh.
What is the pincode of Andrana?
The pincode of Andrana is 176097.
What is the population of Andrana?
Andrana had a total population of 379, including 177 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Andrana?
Andrana had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andrana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andrana was 85.22%. Male literacy was 90.57% and female literacy was 80.65%.