Ant - Misrikh, Sitapur
Ant is a village situated in the Misrikh tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Misrikh and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Aant serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ant is 137114. The village covers a total geographical area of 473.3 hectares and falls under the 261401 pincode.
Ant 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 Maholi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhaurahra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ant
According to the 2011 Census, Ant village had a total population of 7,385 people, including 3,922 males and 3,463 females, living in 1,309 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.47%, with male literacy at 69.08% and female literacy at 50.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,619, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 7,385 | 3,922 | 3,463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,261 | 646 | 615 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,619 | 1,443 | 1,176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,703 | 2,263 | 1,440 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,682 | 1,659 | 2,023 |
Nearby Villages of Ant
Ant 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belhaia | West | 1.79 km |
| Dighia | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Kushaha | North | 1.92 km |
| Kunverapur | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Telyani | East | 2.59 km |
| Patauja | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Sahab Nagar | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Amiliya | South | 2.83 km |
| Samsapur | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Kolhua | South-West | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ant
Ant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Misrikh Tirath, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sitapur to Ant is about 30 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 Ant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ant 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 Ant
Where is Ant located?
Ant village is located in Misrikh Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ant?
The Gram Panchayat of Ant is Aant.
What is the pincode of Ant?
The pincode of Ant is 261401.
What is the population of Ant?
Ant had a total population of 7,385, including 3,922 males and 3,463 females.
How many households are there in Ant?
Ant had 1,309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ant was 60.47%. Male literacy was 69.08% and female literacy was 50.56%.