Anantpura - Thikri, Barwani
Anantpura is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thikri and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Barwani.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anantpura is 478246. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.08 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Dhamnod is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Anantpura is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anantpura
According to the 2011 Census, Anantpura village had a total population of 71 people, including 43 males and 28 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 651 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.81%, with male literacy at 14.71% and female literacy at 15.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 60.
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 | 71 | 43 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 36 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 38 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Anantpura
Anantpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Segwal | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Sherpura | North | 2.44 km |
| Piparkheda | South | 3.33 km |
| Thikri | East | 3.37 km |
| Ghatwa | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Hasankhedi | West | 3.68 km |
| Khedi | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Sirsala | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Lehadgaon | North | 4.54 km |
| Rupkheda | South | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Anantpura
The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhamnod to Anantpura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Anantpura is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Anantpura
Where is Anantpura located?
Anantpura village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Anantpura?
The pincode of Anantpura is 451660.
What is the population of Anantpura?
Anantpura had a total population of 71, including 43 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Anantpura?
Anantpura had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Anantpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anantpura was 14.81%. Male literacy was 14.71% and female literacy was 15.00%.