Andhora - Paranda, Dharashiv
Andhora is a village situated in the Paranda tehsil of Dharashiv district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Paranda and around 80 km from Osmanabad. Andora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andhora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andhora is 561115. The village covers a total geographical area of 344 hectares and falls under the 413502 pincode. Bhoom is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Andhora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Andhora
According to the 2011 Census, Andhora village had a total population of 407 people, including 228 males and 179 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 785 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.58%, with male literacy at 79.50% and female literacy at 55.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 407 | 228 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 28 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 159 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 69 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Andhora
Andhora 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 Andhora
Andhora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhoom to Andhora is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Osmanabad to Andhora is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andhora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andhora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Andhora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andhora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Andhora
Where is Andhora located?
Andhora village is located in Paranda Tehsil, Dharashiv district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andhora?
The Gram Panchayat of Andhora is Andora.
What is the pincode of Andhora?
The pincode of Andhora is 413502.
What is the population of Andhora?
Andhora had a total population of 407, including 228 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Andhora?
Andhora had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andhora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andhora was 68.58%. Male literacy was 79.50% and female literacy was 55.42%.