Antarapada - Buguda, Ganjam
Antarapada is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Antarapada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Antarapada is 410442. The village covers a total geographical area of 400 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Antarapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Antarapada
According to the 2011 Census, Antarapada village had a total population of 2,454 people, including 1,152 males and 1,302 females, living in 547 households. The sex ratio was 1,130 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.29%, with male literacy at 79.16% and female literacy at 59.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 432.
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 | 2,454 | 1,152 | 1,302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 173 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 432 | 201 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,462 | 775 | 687 |
| Illiterate Population | 992 | 377 | 615 |
Nearby Villages of Antarapada
Antarapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanchura | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Manikyapur | South | 1.37 km |
| Bellapada | North | 2.50 km |
| Pangidi | East | 2.57 km |
| Jholari | South | 2.59 km |
| Pankalabadi | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Bellapur | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Sunakera | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Ekadala | South | 3.09 km |
| Talasakara | North-East | 3.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Antarapada
Antarapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khallikot, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buguda to Antarapada is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Antarapada is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Antarapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Antarapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Antarapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Antarapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Antarapada
Where is Antarapada located?
Antarapada village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Antarapada?
Antarapada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Antarapada?
The pincode of Antarapada is 761118.
What is the population of Antarapada?
Antarapada had a total population of 2,454, including 1,152 males and 1,302 females.
How many households are there in Antarapada?
Antarapada had 547 households.
What is the literacy rate in Antarapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Antarapada was 68.29%. Male literacy was 79.16% and female literacy was 59.12%.