Anantapur
Anantapur is a village located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.2km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 66.4km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Sukdevpur is the gram panchayat of Anantapur village.
Anantapur has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Anantapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Anantapur is 310563. The village spans a total geographical area of 152.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733124. Gangarampur is nearest town to Anantapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Anantapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kushmandi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Anantapur
Below is a concise population overview of Anantapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,134 | 574 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 86 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 130 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 873 | 438 | 435 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 368 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 206 | 320 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Anantapur village:
- The total population of Anantapur village is around 1,134, including approximately 574 males and 560 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 167 children aged 0–6 years in Anantapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Anantapur village has 249 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 873 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Anantapur village is about 53.62%, with male literacy at 64.11% and female literacy at 42.86%.
- There are around 260 households in Anantapur village.
Connectivity of Anantapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Anantapur. As per the 2011 stats, Anantapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Anantapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Anantapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Anantapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Anantapur
- Where is Anantapur located?
- Anantapur village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Anantapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Anantapur is Sukdevpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Anantapur?
- The pincode of Anantapur is 733124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Anantapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Anantapur is 1,134, with 574 males and 560 females.
- How many households are there in Anantapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Anantapur village has a total of 260 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Anantapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Anantapur is 53.62%. The male literacy rate is 64.11%, while the female literacy rate is 42.86%.