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
According to the 2011 Census, Antamara village had a total population of 573 people, including 283 males and 290 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.56%, with male literacy at 48.90% and female literacy at 24.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 496.
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 | 573 | 283 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 56 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 573, including 283 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Antamara?
Antamara had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Antamara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Antamara was 36.56%. Male literacy was 48.90% and female literacy was 24.79%.