Andaragan - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Andaragan is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sindirigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andaragan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andaragan is 416552. The village covers a total geographical area of 205 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Andaragan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andaragan
As per Census 2011, Andaragan village has a total population of 274 people, consisting of 128 males and 146 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,140 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 151 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andaragan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 274 | 128 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 73 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 72 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 56 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Andaragan
Andaragan 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 Andaragan
Public transport in the Andaragan 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 G. Udayagiri to Andaragan is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Andaragan is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andaragan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andaragan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Andaragan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andaragan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Andaragan
Where is Andaragan located?
Andaragan village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andaragan?
The Gram Panchayat of Andaragan is Sindirigaon.
What is the pincode of Andaragan?
The pincode of Andaragan is 762103.
What is the population of Andaragan?
Andaragan has a total population of 274, including 128 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Andaragan?
There are 68 households in Andaragan.
What is the literacy rate in Andaragan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andaragan is 47.81%. Male literacy is 56.25% and female literacy is 40.41%.