Andhari - Kuliana, Mayurbhanj

Andhari is a village situated in the Kuliana tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Koliana and around 15 km from Baripada. Dumurdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andhari village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Andhari is 389286. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 757105 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.

Andhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangriposi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Andhari

According to the 2011 Census, Andhari village had a total population of 1,769 people, including 860 males and 909 females, living in 402 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.98%, with male literacy at 72.91% and female literacy at 53.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 125, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,478.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Andhari

Andhari 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Andhari

Andhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kuchai, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Andhari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Andhari is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Andhari

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andhari village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Andhari

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andhari village are given below:

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