Antargaon - Samudrapur, Wardha
Antargaon is a village situated in the Samudrapur tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samudrapur and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Antargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Antargaon is 534594. The village covers a total geographical area of 256 hectares and falls under the 442305 pincode. Hinganghat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Antargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Antargaon
As per Census 2011, Antargaon village has a total population of 791 people, consisting of 401 males and 390 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 615 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Antargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 791 | 401 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 39 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 52 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 330 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 71 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Antargaon
Antargaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghorpad | East | 1.41 km |
| Dhondgaon | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Husenpur | North | 3.04 km |
| Undirgaon | East | 3.07 km |
| Lokhandi | South | 3.34 km |
| Shirpur | North | 3.90 km |
| Saigavhan | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Pimpalgaon | South | 4.21 km |
| Khairgaon | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Jogingumpha | East | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Antargaon
Antargaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Hinganghat, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.8 km.
| 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 Hinganghat to Antargaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Antargaon is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Antargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Antargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Antargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Antargaon 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 Antargaon
Where is Antargaon located?
Antargaon village is located in Samudrapur Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Antargaon?
Antargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Antargaon?
The pincode of Antargaon is 442305.
What is the population of Antargaon?
Antargaon has a total population of 791, including 401 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Antargaon?
There are 189 households in Antargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Antargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Antargaon is 77.75%. Male literacy is 82.29% and female literacy is 73.08%.