Anantanagar - Jawhar, Palghar
Anantanagar is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Jawhar and around 123 km from Thane. Kogada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anantanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anantanagar is 551892. The village covers a total geographical area of 862 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Anantanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anantanagar
As per Census 2011, Anantanagar village has a total population of 1,067 people, consisting of 535 males and 532 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 443 literate and 624 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,063 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anantanagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,067 | 535 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 112 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,063 | 532 | 531 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 245 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 624 | 290 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Anantanagar
Anantanagar 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 Anantanagar
Public transport in the Anantanagar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jawhar to Anantanagar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Anantanagar is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anantanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anantanagar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Anantanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anantanagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Anantanagar
Where is Anantanagar located?
Anantanagar village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anantanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Anantanagar is Kogada.
What is the pincode of Anantanagar?
The pincode of Anantanagar is 401603.
What is the population of Anantanagar?
Anantanagar has a total population of 1,067, including 535 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Anantanagar?
There are 229 households in Anantanagar.
What is the literacy rate in Anantanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anantanagar is 41.52%. Male literacy is 45.79% and female literacy is 37.22%.