Antarla - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Antarla is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Habaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Antarla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Antarla is 423805. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 766023 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Antarla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Antarla
According to the 2011 Census, Antarla village had a total population of 927 people, including 459 males and 468 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.11%, with male literacy at 78.02% and female literacy at 56.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
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 | 927 | 459 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 555 | 316 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 143 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Antarla
Antarla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Habaspur (i) | South | 1.24 km |
| Kutengan | East | 1.39 km |
| Ambadula | North | 1.40 km |
| Kachhimdola | West | 1.82 km |
| Chilguda | East | 2.15 km |
| Karchala | South | 2.49 km |
| Purunasar | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Chakuli | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Chilakpur | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Belguda | South-West | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Antarla
Antarla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.4 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 Junagarh to Antarla is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Antarla is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Antarla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Antarla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Antarla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Antarla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Antarla
Where is Antarla located?
Antarla village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Antarla?
The Gram Panchayat of Antarla is Habaspur.
What is the pincode of Antarla?
The pincode of Antarla is 766023.
What is the population of Antarla?
Antarla had a total population of 927, including 459 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Antarla?
Antarla had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Antarla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Antarla was 67.11%. Male literacy was 78.02% and female literacy was 56.64%.