Anantapur - Soro, Balasore
Anantapur is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Soro and around 47 km from Baleshwar. Antapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anantapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anantapur is 394015. The village covers a total geographical area of 382 hectares and falls under the 756046 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Anantapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anantapur
As per Census 2011, Anantapur village has a total population of 4,787 people, consisting of 2,474 males and 2,313 females. The village has 1,208 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 634 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,305 literate and 1,482 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,817 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anantapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,787 | 2,474 | 2,313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 634 | 345 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,817 | 1,453 | 1,364 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,305 | 1,877 | 1,428 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,482 | 597 | 885 |
Nearby Villages of Anantapur
Anantapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mulakaeda | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Chittol | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Radhamohanpur | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Ainri | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Parsurampur | South | 1.70 km |
| Dianpahi | East | 1.95 km |
| Baliktiran | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Pakhar | West | 2.41 km |
| Aharpur | South | 2.58 km |
| Belapur | North-West | 2.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Anantapur
Public transport in the Anantapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Soro, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Anantapur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Anantapur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anantapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anantapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Anantapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anantapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Anantapur
Where is Anantapur located?
Anantapur village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Anantapur is Antapur.
What is the pincode of Anantapur?
The pincode of Anantapur is 756046.
What is the population of Anantapur?
Anantapur has a total population of 4,787, including 2,474 males and 2,313 females.
How many households are there in Anantapur?
There are 1,208 households in Anantapur.
What is the literacy rate in Anantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anantapur is 69.04%. Male literacy is 75.87% and female literacy is 61.74%.