Antapur - Sandur, Ballari
Antapur is a village situated in the Sandur taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 27 km from Sandur and around 25 km from Bellary. Anthapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Antapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Antapur is 605026. The village covers a total geographical area of 1139.82 hectares and falls under the 583152 pincode. Sandur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Antapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sandur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Antapur
As per Census 2011, Antapur village has a total population of 3,225 people, consisting of 1,657 males and 1,568 females. The village has 590 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 575 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,352 literate and 1,873 illiterate residents. Additionally, 647 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Antapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,225 | 1,657 | 1,568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 575 | 294 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 647 | 338 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,107 | 558 | 549 |
| Literate Population | 1,352 | 839 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,873 | 818 | 1,055 |
Nearby Villages of Antapur
Antapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikkantapur | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Appalapur | East | 2.92 km |
| Yerabanahalli | North | 4.06 km |
| Marutala | South-West | 4.39 km |
| Kodalu | West | 5.69 km |
| Thumati | East | 6.15 km |
| Vittalapur | South-East | 6.27 km |
| Haraginadone | North-East | 6.36 km |
| Malapur | South-West | 6.84 km |
| Ayyanahalli | South-West | 7.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Antapur
Antapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Toranagallu, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sandur to Antapur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Antapur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Antapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Antapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Antapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Antapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Antapur
Where is Antapur located?
Antapur village is located in Sandur Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Antapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Antapur is Anthapura.
What is the pincode of Antapur?
The pincode of Antapur is 583152.
What is the population of Antapur?
Antapur has a total population of 3,225, including 1,657 males and 1,568 females.
How many households are there in Antapur?
There are 590 households in Antapur.
What is the literacy rate in Antapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Antapur is 41.92%. Male literacy is 50.63% and female literacy is 32.72%.