Antara
Antara is a village located in Similia tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Similia (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Antara village is also a gram panchayat.
Antara has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Antara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Antara is 394176. The village spans a total geographical area of 367 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756134. Bhadrak is nearest town to Antara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Antara
Population of Antara
Below is a concise population overview of Antara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,188 | 1,099 | 1,089 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 135 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 139 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 44 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 1,557 | 845 | 712 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 254 | 377 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Antara village:
- The total population of Antara village is around 2,188, including approximately 1,099 males and 1,089 females, with a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 264 children aged 0–6 years in Antara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Antara village has 300 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 103 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Antara village is about 71.16%, with male literacy at 76.89% and female literacy at 65.38%.
- There are around 505 households in Antara village.
Connectivity of Antara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Antara. As per the 2011 stats, Antara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Antara
Knowing the nearby villages of Antara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Antara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Antara
- Where is Antara located?
- Antara village is situated in Similia Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Antara?
- Antara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Antara?
- The pincode of Antara is 756134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Antara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Antara is 2,188, with 1,099 males and 1,089 females.
- How many households are there in Antara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Antara village has a total of 505 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Antara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Antara is 71.16%. The male literacy rate is 76.89%, while the female literacy rate is 65.38%.