Ananta - Astaranga, Puri
Ananta is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Alasahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ananta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ananta is 409211. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ananta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ananta
As per Census 2011, Ananta village has a total population of 894 people, consisting of 464 males and 430 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 696 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ananta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 894 | 464 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 56 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 696 | 381 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 83 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Ananta
Ananta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beghari | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Dihabeghari | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Damasun | South | 1.78 km |
| Alangapur | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Jharling | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Astaranga | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Alasahi | North | 2.58 km |
| Athatira | North | 2.66 km |
| Dakhinapantal | East | 2.79 km |
| Balipantal | East | 2.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ananta
Ananta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Ananta is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Ananta is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ananta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ananta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ananta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ananta 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 Ananta
Where is Ananta located?
Ananta village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ananta?
The Gram Panchayat of Ananta is Alasahi.
What is the pincode of Ananta?
The pincode of Ananta is 752109.
What is the population of Ananta?
Ananta has a total population of 894, including 464 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Ananta?
There are 229 households in Ananta.
What is the literacy rate in Ananta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ananta is 77.85%. Male literacy is 82.11% and female literacy is 73.26%.