Antamara - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Antamara is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Jaguguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Antamara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Antamara is 428730. The village covers a total geographical area of 184 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Antamara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Antamara
As per Census 2011, Antamara village has a total population of 573 people, consisting of 283 males and 290 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 170 literate and 403 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 496 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Antamara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 573 | 283 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 56 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 496 | 241 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 111 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 172 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Antamara
Antamara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tadingidangar | East | 1.23 km |
| Leddingi | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Kuntesu | West | 1.65 km |
| Jaguguda | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Bhatatambedi | North | 2.84 km |
| Giringikhal | West | 3.00 km |
| Deodola | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Partingi | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Kataguda | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Derka | North | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Antamara
Antamara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jimidipeta, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.6 km.
| 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 Koraput to Antamara is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Antamara is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Antamara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Antamara 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 Antamara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Antamara 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 Antamara
Where is Antamara located?
Antamara village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Antamara?
The Gram Panchayat of Antamara is Jaguguda.
What is the pincode of Antamara?
The pincode of Antamara is 764027.
What is the population of Antamara?
Antamara has a total population of 573, including 283 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Antamara?
There are 122 households in Antamara.
What is the literacy rate in Antamara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Antamara is 29.67%. Male literacy is 39.22% and female literacy is 20.34%.