Andharikota - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Andharikota is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Bhanjanagar and around 121 km from Chatrapur. Baruda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andharikota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andharikota is 410567. The village covers a total geographical area of 218 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Andharikota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andharikota
As per Census 2011, Andharikota village has a total population of 498 people, consisting of 252 males and 246 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 317 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andharikota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 498 | 252 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 64 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 185 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 67 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Andharikota
Andharikota 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 Andharikota
Andharikota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bhanjanagar to Andharikota is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Andharikota is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andharikota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andharikota 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Andharikota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andharikota 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Andharikota
Where is Andharikota located?
Andharikota village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andharikota?
The Gram Panchayat of Andharikota is Baruda.
What is the pincode of Andharikota?
The pincode of Andharikota is 761126.
What is the population of Andharikota?
Andharikota has a total population of 498, including 252 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Andharikota?
There are 98 households in Andharikota.
What is the literacy rate in Andharikota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andharikota is 63.65%. Male literacy is 73.41% and female literacy is 53.66%.