Andher Baodi - Athner, Betul
Andher Baodi is a village situated in the Athner tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athner and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Anderbawadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andher Baodi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andher Baodi is 485433. The village covers a total geographical area of 808.92 hectares and falls under the 460220 pincode. Athner is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Andher Baodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhainsdehi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andher Baodi
As per Census 2011, Andher Baodi village has a total population of 1,034 people, consisting of 536 males and 498 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 557 literate and 477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 934 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andher Baodi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,034 | 536 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 85 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 934 | 479 | 455 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 330 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 206 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Andher Baodi
Andher Baodi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gokhalapur (gokhalpur) | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Balkheda (walkheda) | East | 2.18 km |
| Ankhedi | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Sonora | East | 3.85 km |
| Belkund | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Dabhona | South-West | 5.24 km |
| Udapur | South | 5.55 km |
| Hiwradevi | South-East | 5.68 km |
| Jamapati | East | 5.77 km |
| Vishroli | South | 6.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andher Baodi
Andher Baodi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kolvihir, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Athner to Andher Baodi is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Andher Baodi is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andher Baodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andher Baodi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Andher Baodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andher Baodi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Andher Baodi
Where is Andher Baodi located?
Andher Baodi village is located in Athner Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andher Baodi?
The Gram Panchayat of Andher Baodi is Anderbawadi.
What is the pincode of Andher Baodi?
The pincode of Andher Baodi is 460220.
What is the population of Andher Baodi?
Andher Baodi has a total population of 1,034, including 536 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Andher Baodi?
There are 229 households in Andher Baodi.
What is the literacy rate in Andher Baodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andher Baodi is 53.87%. Male literacy is 61.57% and female literacy is 45.58%.