Anantpur - Vikramgad, Palghar
Anantpur is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from Vikramgad and around 93 km from Thane. Dadade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anantpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anantpur is 551774. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 401605 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Anantpur 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 Anantpur
According to the 2011 Census, Anantpur village had a total population of 687 people, including 349 males and 338 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.65%, with male literacy at 60.56% and female literacy at 38.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 686.
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 | 687 | 349 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 65 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 686 | 349 | 337 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 172 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 177 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Anantpur
Anantpur 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 Anantpur
Anantpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Anantpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Anantpur 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 Anantpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anantpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Anantpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anantpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Anantpur
Where is Anantpur located?
Anantpur village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anantpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Anantpur is Dadade.
What is the pincode of Anantpur?
The pincode of Anantpur is 401605.
What is the population of Anantpur?
Anantpur had a total population of 687, including 349 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Anantpur?
Anantpur had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Anantpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anantpur was 49.65%. Male literacy was 60.56% and female literacy was 38.81%.