Andhari - Polasara, Ganjam
Andhari is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 99 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Pandiripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andhari is 411539. The village falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Andhari 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 Andhari
As per Census 2011, Andhari village has a total population of 172 people, consisting of 88 males and 84 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 54 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 34 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Andhari
Andhari 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 Andhari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Andhari.
| 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 Polasara to Andhari is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Andhari is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Andhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andhari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Andhari
Where is Andhari located?
Andhari village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Andhari is Pandiripada.
What is the pincode of Andhari?
The pincode of Andhari is 761105.
What is the population of Andhari?
Andhari has a total population of 172, including 88 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Andhari?
There are 36 households in Andhari.
What is the literacy rate in Andhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andhari is 47.09%. Male literacy is 61.36% and female literacy is 32.14%.