Apandara - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Apandara is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Somapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Apandara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Apandara is 397416. The village covers a total geographical area of 105 hectares and falls under the 754110 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Apandara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Apandara
According to the 2011 Census, Apandara village had a total population of 478 people, including 233 males and 245 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.56%, with male literacy at 92.89% and female literacy at 76.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73.
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 | 478 | 233 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 196 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 37 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Apandara
Apandara 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 Apandara
Apandara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Apandara is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Apandara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Apandara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Apandara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Apandara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Apandara
Where is Apandara located?
Apandara village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Apandara?
The Gram Panchayat of Apandara is Somapur.
What is the pincode of Apandara?
The pincode of Apandara is 754110.
What is the population of Apandara?
Apandara had a total population of 478, including 233 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Apandara?
Apandara had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Apandara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Apandara was 84.56%. Male literacy was 92.89% and female literacy was 76.68%.