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.
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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andhari
According to the 2011 Census, Andhari village had a total population of 172 people, including 88 males and 84 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.90%, with male literacy at 80.60% and female literacy at 40.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 pincode of Andhari?
The pincode of Andhari is 761105.
What is the population of Andhari?
Andhari had a total population of 172, including 88 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Andhari?
Andhari had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andhari was 60.90%. Male literacy was 80.60% and female literacy was 40.91%.