Anta - Colonelganj, Gonda
Anta is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Aata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anta is 175055. The village covers a total geographical area of 971.85 hectares and falls under the 271504 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Anta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Colonelganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anta
As per Census 2011, Anta village has a total population of 8,301 people, consisting of 4,353 males and 3,948 females. The village has 1,326 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,909 literate and 3,392 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,524 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,301 | 4,353 | 3,948 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,148 | 627 | 521 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,524 | 810 | 714 |
| Literate Population | 4,909 | 2,854 | 2,055 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,392 | 1,499 | 1,893 |
Nearby Villages of Anta
Anta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singariya | East | 2.27 km |
| Basantpur Anta | West | 2.47 km |
| Bihuri | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Kudiyav | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Mohmmadpur Anta | North | 2.78 km |
| Kadaru | North | 2.80 km |
| Paraspur | South | 3.15 km |
| Mijhaura | East | 3.27 km |
| Akohari | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Gureti | North-East | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Anta
Anta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maijapur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Anta is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Anta is about 27 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 Anta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anta 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Anta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anta 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Anta
Where is Anta located?
Anta village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anta?
The Gram Panchayat of Anta is Aata.
What is the pincode of Anta?
The pincode of Anta is 271504.
What is the population of Anta?
Anta has a total population of 8,301, including 4,353 males and 3,948 females.
How many households are there in Anta?
There are 1,326 households in Anta.
What is the literacy rate in Anta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anta is 59.14%. Male literacy is 65.56% and female literacy is 52.05%.