Anantapur - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Anantapur is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 75.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Akcha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anantapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anantapur is 310419. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.6 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliaganj is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Anantapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Anantapur
According to the 2011 Census, Anantapur village had a total population of 1,832 people, including 919 males and 913 females, living in 397 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.28%, with male literacy at 74.03% and female literacy at 60.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 573, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 1,832 | 919 | 913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 145 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 573 | 285 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,065 | 573 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 346 | 421 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Anantapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kaliaganj to Anantapur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Anantapur is about 75.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Anantapur
Where is Anantapur located?
Anantapur village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Anantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Anantapur is Akcha.
What is the pincode of Anantapur?
The pincode of Anantapur is 733132.
What is the population of Anantapur?
Anantapur had a total population of 1,832, including 919 males and 913 females.
How many households are there in Anantapur?
Anantapur had 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Anantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anantapur was 67.28%. Male literacy was 74.03% and female literacy was 60.82%.