Antara - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Antara is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Ambadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Antara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Antara is 495421. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.57 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Antara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Antara
According to the 2011 Census, Antara village had a total population of 269 people, including 136 males and 133 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.80%, with male literacy at 69.72% and female literacy at 58.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 161.
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 | 269 | 136 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 80 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 76 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 60 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Antara
Antara 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 Antara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Antara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Antara is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Antara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Antara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Antara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Antara 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 Antara
Where is Antara located?
Antara village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Antara?
The Gram Panchayat of Antara is Ambadi.
What is the pincode of Antara?
The pincode of Antara is 480111.
What is the population of Antara?
Antara had a total population of 269, including 136 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Antara?
Antara had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Antara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Antara was 63.80%. Male literacy was 69.72% and female literacy was 58.04%.