Antora - Shahabad, Hardoi
Antora is a village situated in the Shahabad tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahabad and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Antora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Antora is 139334. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.57 hectares and falls under the 241125 pincode. Shahabad is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Antora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Antora
According to the 2011 Census, Antora village had a total population of 1,196 people, including 651 males and 545 females, living in 217 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.63%, with male literacy at 73.91% and female literacy at 51.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 626.
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 | 1,196 | 651 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 103 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 626 | 335 | 291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 405 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 246 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Antora
Antora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aureri | West | 1.24 km |
| Urli | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Husainapur Diwani | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Jalalpur | East | 1.71 km |
| Kaimi | South | 1.72 km |
| Singoha | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Reori | North | 2.34 km |
| Newada Chathiya | East | 2.35 km |
| Dhakia | South | 2.67 km |
| Chak Dhakia | South | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Antora
Antora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sharma, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shahabad to Antora is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardoi to Antora is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Antora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Antora 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Antora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Antora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Antora
Where is Antora located?
Antora village is located in Shahabad Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Antora?
Antora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Antora?
The pincode of Antora is 241125.
What is the population of Antora?
Antora had a total population of 1,196, including 651 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Antora?
Antora had 217 households.
What is the literacy rate in Antora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Antora was 63.63%. Male literacy was 73.91% and female literacy was 51.41%.