Anantapur - Kakatpur, Puri
Anantapur is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Othaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anantapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anantapur is 409138. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 752108 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Anantapur 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 Anantapur
According to the 2011 Census, Anantapur village had a total population of 459 people, including 227 males and 232 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.79%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 70.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 147.
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 | 459 | 227 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 71 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 170 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 57 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Anantapur
Anantapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Anantapur
Anantapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Anantapur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Anantapur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anantapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anantapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Anantapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anantapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Anantapur
Where is Anantapur located?
Anantapur village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Anantapur is Othaka.
What is the pincode of Anantapur?
The pincode of Anantapur is 752108.
What is the population of Anantapur?
Anantapur had a total population of 459, including 227 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Anantapur?
Anantapur had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Anantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anantapur was 76.79%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 70.15%.