Andhari - Saraskana, Mayurbhanj

Andhari is a village situated in the Saraskana tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Jharpokharia and around 29 km from Baripada. Jharpokharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andhari village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Andhari is 387980. The village covers a total geographical area of 218 hectares and falls under the 757086 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 33 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 Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Andhari

As per Census 2011, Andhari village has a total population of 332 people, consisting of 176 males and 156 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 228 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 218 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.

Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andhari are given below:

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

Public transport in the Andhari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajalukah, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Andhari is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Andhari is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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:

FAQs about Andhari