Andar - Karera, Shivpuri
Andar is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karera and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Adar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andar is 455648. The village covers a total geographical area of 403.08 hectares and falls under the 473662 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Andar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andar
As per Census 2011, Andar village has a total population of 1,040 people, consisting of 545 males and 495 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 591 literate and 449 illiterate residents. Additionally, 265 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,040 | 545 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 93 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 148 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 591 | 381 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 164 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Andar
Andar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khaira Kotiya | South | 2.32 km |
| Karhi | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Sirohi | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Bansgarh | West | 2.86 km |
| Dawar Ali | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Dumduma | South | 4.16 km |
| Ramnagar | East | 4.32 km |
| Kuthili | South-East | 4.33 km |
| Lalpur | South-West | 4.75 km |
| Ramgadha | North-East | 5.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andar
Andar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sonagir, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.3 km.
| 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 Karera to Andar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Andar is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andar 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 Andar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andar 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 Andar
Where is Andar located?
Andar village is located in Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andar?
The Gram Panchayat of Andar is Adar.
What is the pincode of Andar?
The pincode of Andar is 473662.
What is the population of Andar?
Andar has a total population of 1,040, including 545 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Andar?
There are 214 households in Andar.
What is the literacy rate in Andar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andar is 56.83%. Male literacy is 69.91% and female literacy is 42.42%.